Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid
TL;DR: Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (CAS 56-12-2) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C4H9NO2 and molecular weight 103.06333 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
4-aminobutanoic acid
Also Known As: 4-aminobutyric acid, 4-Aminobutanoic acid, gamma-aminobutyric acid, GABA, Piperidic acid
Application Areas
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Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C4H9NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 103.06333 g/mol |
| XLogP | -3.2 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 63.3 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 2 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 3 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 3 |
| Exact Mass | 103.06333 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 7 |
| Complexity | 62.0 |
| Melting Point | 203 °C |
| Solubility | 1300.0 mg/mL |
| SMILES | C(CC(=O)O)CN |
| InChIKey | BTCSSZJGUNDROE-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as biotechnology workflows and life-science research. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project (mg to ton scale), with full analytical documentation (COA, MSDS, HPLC, NMR, MS).
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid is a pharmaceutical intermediate identified by CAS number 56-12-2 and the molecular formula C4H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 103.06 g/mol. Physically, the compound has a solubility: 1300.0 mg/mL. Synonyms include 4-aminobutyric acid and 4-Aminobutanoic acid.
Custom synthesis and full analytical documentation (COA/MSDS) are available from CoreyChem. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.
Chemical Property Profile of Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid
Property Insights of Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid
The XLogP value of -3.2 indicates that Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid is hydrophilic (water-soluble), making it suitable for aqueous formulations and biological assay applications. The TPSA of 63.3 Ų falls within the moderate polarity range, balancing permeability and solubility for Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid has 2 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 3 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid?
The CAS number of Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid is 56-12-2.
What is the molecular formula of Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid?
The molecular formula of Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid is C4H9NO2.
What is the molecular weight of Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid?
The molecular weight of Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid is 103.06333 g/mol.
What are the applications of Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid?
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as biotechnology workflows and life-science research. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project...
Where can I buy Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid?
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Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.