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4-Hydroxyproline

Also known as 4-hydroxypyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid, trans-L-4-hydroxyproline, 4-Hydroxy-DL-proline

CAS 6912-67-0Formula C5H9NO3Molar mass 131.13 g/mol
4-Hydroxyproline chemical structure, C5H9NO3, CAS 6912-67-0
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
6912-67-0
Formula
C5H9NO3
Molar mass
131.13 g/mol
HS code
293399
Category
Amino acids and derivatives

What is 4-Hydroxyproline?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

4-hydroxyproline is a monohydroxyproline where the hydroxy group is located at the 4-position. It is found in fibrillar collagen. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of a 4-hydroxyprolinate. It is a tautomer of a 4-hydroxyproline zwitterion.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
4-hydroxypyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
CAS number
6912-67-0 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 147028-80-6, 18610-59-8, 25249-07-4, 2584-71-6, 30724-02-8, 3398-22-9, 49761-17-3, 618-27-9
Molecular formula
C5H9NO3
MDL number
MFCD00066718
InChIKey
PMMYEEVYMWASQN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C5H9NO3/c7-3-1-4(5(8)9)6-2-3/h3-4,6-7H,1-2H2,(H,8,9)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1C(CNC1C(=O)O)O

Synonyms

  • 4-hydroxypyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
  • trans-L-4-hydroxyproline
  • 4-Hydroxy-DL-proline
  • L-Allohydroxyproline
  • L-Proline, 4-hydroxy-, labeled with tritium, trans-
  • 4-Hydroxy-L-proline
  • Proline, 4-hydroxy-
  • L-Trans-4-hydroxy-L-proline
  • d-hydroxyproline
  • D-cis-Hydroxyproline
  • allo-L-Hydroxyproline
  • L -4-Hydroxy-2-pyrrolidine-carboxylic acid
  • Hypdroxyproline
  • L-Hydroxyprolin
  • D-Proline, cis-
  • L-Proline, cis-
  • 4Hyp
  • 4-Hydroxyproline #
  • (2S)-4-hydroxy-2-pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid
  • D-trans-Hydroxyproline
  • BB 0219895
  • Cis -4-hydroxy-L-proline
  • Trans- 4-hydroxy -D-proline
  • cis-d-4-Hydroxyproline
  • Pyrrolidin-4-ol-2-carboxylic acid
Show all 32 synonyms
  • 4-hydroxypyrrolidine-2-carboxylicacid
  • 4-hydroxy-pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
  • 2-Pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-
  • trans-L-4-Hydroxyproline, Non-animal origin
  • 4-Hydroxypyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid, AldrichCPR
  • (25,45)-(-)-4-Hydroxy-2-pyrrolidine carboxylic acid
  • 2(1H)-quinolinone,5-[3-[(1,1-dimethylethyl)amino]-2-hydroxypropoxy]-3,4-dih

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
131.13 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
131.0582 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-1.21calc.
Topological polar surface area
69.56 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
9calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.8calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CCNC1

C1CCNC1

1 ring, 5 atoms, the Pyrrolidine ring system.

22,348 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 4-Hydroxyproline is traded under.

HS 2933.99Indicative HS code

Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other

World exports in 2024
$12.1B
−31.0% vs 2023, imports $28.8B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China30.5%
  2. India * partner reported16.3%
  3. Ireland9.0%
Top importers
  1. Slovenia31.7%
  2. Italy24.2%
  3. United States5.0%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 4-Hydroxyproline is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 4-Hydroxyproline, based on the data on this page

What is 4-Hydroxyproline?

4-hydroxyproline is a monohydroxyproline where the hydroxy group is located at the 4-position. It is found in fibrillar collagen. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of a 4-hydroxyprolinate. It is a tautomer of a 4-hydroxyproline zwitterion.

What is the CAS number of 4-Hydroxyproline?

The CAS registry number of 4-Hydroxyproline is 6912-67-0. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 147028-80-6, 18610-59-8, 25249-07-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 4-Hydroxyproline?

The molecular formula of 4-Hydroxyproline is C5H9NO3 and its molar mass is 131.13 g/mol.

What is 4-Hydroxyproline used for?

Known uses and roles of 4-Hydroxyproline include animal metabolite, eukaryotic metabolite, human metabolite, mammalian metabolite, metabolite and 1 more.

Is 4-Hydroxyproline hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 4-Hydroxyproline is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 4-Hydroxyproline?

4-Hydroxyproline is usually classified under HS code 293399 (Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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