CAS No. 2623-91-8

Batch: Purity:99.09
D(-)-2-Aminobutyric acid Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the D(-)-2-Aminobutyric acid product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

CAS Number 2623-91-8
Molecular Formula

C4H9NO2

Molecular Weight (MW) 103.12
SMILES CCC(C(=O)O)N

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

D(-)-2-Aminobutyric acid is an unnatural D-amino acid that functions as a structural building block and metabolic intermediate in enzymatic synthesis pathways. It participates in transamination reactions catalyzed by D-amino acid aminotransferases, serving as a substrate for producing chiral pharmaceutical intermediates and modified peptides. This compound modulates stereospecific metabolic cascades and supports the biochemical exploration of D-amino acid utilization in diverse biological systems. [1]

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Solubility

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
Water 21 mg/mL
DMSO Insoluble
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO.)
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.