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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

Anthopleurine

Also known as (2R,3S)-2,3-dihydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate

CAS 56595-17-6Formula C7H15NO4Molar mass 177.20 g/mol
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Anthopleurine chemical structure, C7H15NO4, CAS 56595-17-6
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CAS number
56595-17-6
Formula
C7H15NO4
Molar mass
177.20 g/mol
HS code
292390
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is Anthopleurine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Anthopleurine is a hydroxy fatty acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2R,3S)-2,3-dihydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate
CAS number
56595-17-6 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C7H15NO4
InChIKey
ZOPACRMLVDFSGJ-NTSWFWBYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H15NO4/c1-8(2,3)4-5(9)6(10)7(11)12/h5-6,9-10H,4H2,1-3H3/t5-,6+/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
C[N+](C)(C)CC(O)C(O)C(=O)[O-]
Isomeric SMILES
C[N+](C)(C)C[C@@H]([C@H](C(=O)[O-])O)O

Synonyms

  • (2R,3S)-2,3-dihydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
177.20 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
177.1001 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-2.84calc.
Topological polar surface area
80.59 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.86calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

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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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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Anthopleurine is traded under.

HS 2923.90Indicative HS code

Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides whether or not chemically defined not elsewhere classified…

World exports in 2024
$1.07B
+14.4% vs 2023, imports $1.16B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China36.7%
  2. United States14.2%
  3. Netherlands9.4%
Top importers
  1. South Korea10.7%
  2. Germany10.1%
  3. United States9.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Anthopleurine, based on the data on this page

What is Anthopleurine?

Anthopleurine is a hydroxy fatty acid.

What is the CAS number of Anthopleurine?

The CAS registry number of Anthopleurine is 56595-17-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Anthopleurine?

The molecular formula of Anthopleurine is C7H15NO4 and its molar mass is 177.20 g/mol.

What is Anthopleurine used for?

Known uses and roles of Anthopleurine include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Anthopleurine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Anthopleurine 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 Anthopleurine?

Anthopleurine is usually classified under HS code 292390 (Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides, lecithins and other phosphoaminolipids…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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