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alpha-Kainic acid

Also known as kainic acid, Digenin, Digenic acid

CAS 487-79-6Formula C10H15NO4Molar mass 213.23 g/mol
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alpha-Kainic acid chemical structure, C10H15NO4, CAS 487-79-6
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CAS number
487-79-6
Formula
C10H15NO4
Molar mass
213.23 g/mol
HS code
293399
Category
Antibiotics and anti-infectives

What is alpha-Kainic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Kainic acid is a dicarboxylic acid, a pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid, a non-proteinogenic L-alpha-amino acid and a L-proline derivative. It has a role as an antinematodal drug and an excitatory amino acid agonist. It is a conjugate acid of a kainate(1-).

alpha-Kainic acid is a natural marine acid present in some seaweed.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2S,3S,4S)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-prop-1-en-2-ylpyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
CAS number
487-79-6 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 4071-38-9, 59905-23-6, 73209-05-9
Molecular formula
C10H15NO4
UNII
SIV03811UC, WRW5P6M3EM
InChIKey
VLSMHEGGTFMBBZ-OOZYFLPDSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C10H15NO4/c1-5(2)7-4-11-9(10(14)15)6(7)3-8(12)13/h6-7,9,11H,1,3-4H2,2H3,(H,12,13)(H,14,15)/t6-,7+,9-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
C=C(C)C1CNC(C(=O)O)C1CC(=O)O
Isomeric SMILES
CC(=C)[C@H]1CN[C@@H]([C@H]1CC(=O)O)C(=O)O

Synonyms

  • kainic acid
  • Digenin
  • Digenic acid
  • Helminal
  • L-alpha-Kainic acid
  • Acide kainique
  • Acido kainico
  • Acidum kainicum
  • 2-Carboxy-4-isopropenyl-3-pyrrolidineacetic acid
  • (2S,3S,4S)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-prop-1-en-2-ylpyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
  • (3S,4R)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-(prop-1-en-2-yl)-L-proline
  • (2S-(2alpha,3beta,4beta))-2-carboxy-4-(1-methylethenyl)-3-pyrrolidineacetic acid
  • 3-Pyrrolidineacetic acid, 2-carboxy-4-(1-methylethenyl)-, (2S-(2alpha,3beta,4beta))-
  • Acid, Digenic
  • Acid, Kainic
  • (2S,3S,4S)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-prop-1-en-2-ylpyrrolidin-1-ium-2-carboxylate
  • Digensaeure
  • Kainsaeure
  • (2S,3S,4S)-3-(Carboxymethyl)-4-(prop-1-en-2-yl)pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
  • alpha- Kainic acid
  • 3-Pyrrolidineacetic acid, 2-carboxy-4-(1-methylethenyl)-, (2S,3S,4S)-
  • 3-Pyrrolidineacetic acid, 2-carboxy-4-isopropenyl-
  • 3-(Carboxymethyl)-4-isopropenylproline
  • 2-Carboxy-3-carboxymethyl-4-isopropenylpyrrolidine
  • 3-Pyrrolidineacetic acid, 2-carboxy-4-(1-methylethenyl)-, (2S-(2-alpha,3-beta,4-beta))-
Show all 32 synonyms
  • (-)-a-Kainic acid
  • (2S,3S,4S)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-isopropenyl-pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
  • kainic-acid
  • DL-Kainic acid
  • KAI
  • 1p1n
  • Biomol-NT_000217

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
213.23 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
213.1001 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.33calc.
Topological polar surface area
86.63 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
15calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.6calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
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.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Pharmacological actions

  • Antinematodal Agents
  • Excitatory Amino Acid Agonists

Roles

  • anthelminthic drug
  • antiinfective agent
  • antinematodal drug
  • antiparasitic agent
  • excitatory amino acid agonist
  • nematicide
  • neurotransmitter agent
  • pesticide
  • pharmaceutical

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code alpha-Kainic acid 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 alpha-Kainic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about alpha-Kainic acid, based on the data on this page

What is alpha-Kainic acid?

Kainic acid is a dicarboxylic acid, a pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid, a non-proteinogenic L-alpha-amino acid and a L-proline derivative. It has a role as an antinematodal drug and an excitatory amino acid agonist. It is a conjugate acid of a kainate(1-).

What is the CAS number of alpha-Kainic acid?

The CAS registry number of alpha-Kainic acid is 487-79-6. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 4071-38-9, 59905-23-6, 73209-05-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of alpha-Kainic acid?

The molecular formula of alpha-Kainic acid is C10H15NO4 and its molar mass is 213.23 g/mol.

What is alpha-Kainic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of alpha-Kainic acid include anthelminthic drug, antiinfective agent, antinematodal drug, antiparasitic agent, excitatory amino acid agonist and 6 more.

Is alpha-Kainic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for alpha-Kainic acid 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 alpha-Kainic acid?

alpha-Kainic acid 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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