3-Amino-2-methylpropanoic acid
3-Amino-2-methylpropanoic acid (α-Methyl-β-alanine) is the final metabolite in the pyrimidine degradation pathway, generated by Beta-ureidopropionase. This small molecule is utilized in biochemical research to study pyrimidine metabolism, enzyme kinetics, and the pathophysiology of Beta-ureidopropionase deficiency, an inborn error linked to neurological disorders.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
144-90-1
Product Name Alternative
DL-3-AMINOISOBUTYRIC ACID, a-Methyl-b-alanine, alpha-Methyl-beta-alanine, 3Amino2methylpropanoic acid, 3-Amino-2-methylpropanoic acid, 3 Amino 2 methylpropanoic acid, inhibit, Endogenous Metabolite, EndogenousMetabolite, Inhibitor, Human Endogenous Metabolite, α-Methyl-β-alanine
Field of Research
Metabolism Research
Purity
≥98% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:30 mg/mL (290.92 mM)
Smiles
CC (CN) C (O) =O
Molecular Formula
C4H9NO2
Molecular Weight
103.12
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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