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(+)-Kainic acid

Also known as Kainic acid, (+)-, (2R,3R,4R)-2-Carboxy-4-(1-methylethenyl)-3-pyrrolidineacetic acid, 3-Pyrrolidineacetic acid, 2-carboxy-4-(1-methylethenyl)-, (2R,3R,4R)-

CAS 536745-02-5Formula C10H15NO4Molar mass 213.23 g/mol
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(+)-Kainic acid chemical structure, C10H15NO4, CAS 536745-02-5
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CAS number
536745-02-5
Formula
C10H15NO4
Molar mass
213.23 g/mol
HS code
293399
Category
Amino acids and derivatives

What is (+)-Kainic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

(+)-Kainic acid is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C10H15NO4 and a molar mass of 213.23 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 536745-02-5. The IUPAC name is (2R,3R,4R)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-prop-1-en-2-ylpyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2R,3R,4R)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-prop-1-en-2-ylpyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
CAS number
536745-02-5
Molecular formula
C10H15NO4
UNII
UCL83FKX86
InChIKey
VLSMHEGGTFMBBZ-BKPPORCPSA-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-/m1/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, (+)-
  • (2R,3R,4R)-2-Carboxy-4-(1-methylethenyl)-3-pyrrolidineacetic acid
  • 3-Pyrrolidineacetic acid, 2-carboxy-4-(1-methylethenyl)-, (2R,3R,4R)-

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
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

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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 (+)-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.

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

Frequently asked questions

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What is (+)-Kainic acid?

(+)-Kainic acid is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C10H15NO4 and a molar mass of 213.23 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 536745-02-5. The IUPAC name is (2R,3R,4R)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-prop-1-en-2-ylpyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid.

What is the CAS number of (+)-Kainic acid?

The CAS registry number of (+)-Kainic acid is 536745-02-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of (+)-Kainic acid?

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

Is (+)-Kainic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for (+)-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 (+)-Kainic acid?

(+)-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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