Hypoglycin A
Also known as 2-amino-3-(2-methylidenecyclopropyl)propanoic acid, (S)-Hypoglycine A, 85%, (S)-Hypoglycine A
Key facts
What buyers check first
- CAS number
- 156-56-9
- Formula
- C7H11NO2
- Appearance
- Yellow plates from methanol + water
- Melting point
- 280 to 284
- HS code
- 292249
- Category
- Amino acids and derivatives

What is Hypoglycin A?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Hypoglycin A is a diastereoisomeric mixture of (2S,4R)- and (2S,4S)- hypoglycin A, found in the edible part of the fruit of the Ackee, Blighia sapida (where the 2S,4R diastereoisomer is more dominant (17% d.e.) than its 2S,4S counterpart) as well as in the sycamore maple tree (Acer pseudoplatanus). It has a role as a phytotoxin. It contains a (2S,4R)-hypoglycin A and a (2S,4S)-hypoglycin A.
Identifiers
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- IUPAC name
- (2S)-2-amino-3-(2-methylidenecyclopropyl)propanoic acid
- CAS number
- 156-56-9Other or deprecated CAS: 1263274-08-3
- EC number
- 663-646-8
- Molecular formula
- C7H11NO2
- InChIKey
- OOJZCXFXPZGUBJ-GDVGLLTNSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C7H11NO2/c1-4-2-5(4)3-6(8)7(9)10/h5-6H,1-3,8H2,(H,9,10)/t5?,6-/m0/s1
- Canonical SMILES
- C=C1CC1CC(N)C(=O)O
- Isomeric SMILES
- C=C1CC1C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N
Synonyms
- 2-amino-3-(2-methylidenecyclopropyl)propanoic acid
- (S)-Hypoglycine A, 85%
- (S)-Hypoglycine A
- (2S,4RS)-Hypoglycin A
- (2S)-2-amino-3-(2-methylenecyclopropyl)propanoic acid
- 3-(Methylencyclopropyl)-L-alanin
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Yellow plates from methanol + waterexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Melting point | 280 to 284exp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 141.17 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 141.079 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 0.36calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 63.32 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 2calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 2calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 3calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 10calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.57calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 2calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
C=C1CC1
1 ring, 4 atoms, the Methylenecyclopropane ring system.
205 other chemicals share this scaffoldSafety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H301Toxic if swallowed.
Precautionary statements (7)
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P330Rinse mouth.
- P405Store locked up.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
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
Roles
- eukaryotic metabolite
- metabolite
- phytotoxin
- plant metabolite
- poison
- toxin
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 Hypoglycin A is traded under.
Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and…
- United States13.4%
- Germany11.1%
- Japan6.6%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for Hypoglycin A is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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