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γ-aminobutyric acid

CAS 56-12-2C4H9NO2MW 103.12

γ-aminobutyric acid (CAS 56-12-2) — formula C4H9NO2, molecular weight 103.12; category fine chemicals.

Product Description

γ-aminobutyric acid (CAS 56-12-2) is a chemical raw material in the fine chemicals category. Its molecular formula C4H9NO2 comprises 4 C, 9 H, 1 N, 2 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 103.12. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around 203 °C, LogP about -3.17. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.

Product Overview

CAS Number56-12-2
Molecular FormulaC4H9NO2
Molecular Weight103.12
Melting Point203 °C
LogP-3.17
ApplicationsThis is an endogenously produced metabolite found in the human body. It is used in metabolic reactions, catabolic reactions or waste generation, Cosmetics, Butanoic acid, 4-amino-: ACTIVE
CategoryOther Chemical Raw Materials

Applications

Documented applications: This is an endogenously produced metabolite found in the human body. It is used in metabolic reactions, catabolic reactions or waste generation, Cosmetics, Butanoic acid, 4-amino-: ACTIVE.

Technical Profile

What this product is

γ-aminobutyric acid is a high-value fine compound with CAS registry number 56-12-2 and molecular formula C4H9NO2 (molecular weight 103.12), belonging to the fine chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.

Identification

CAS number: 56-12-2

Its molecular formula C4H9NO2 comprises 4 C, 9 H, 1 N, 2 O atoms.

Also known as: γ-aminobutyric acid · GABA

Category: fine chemicals

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of γ-aminobutyric acid?

The CAS registry number of γ-aminobutyric acid is 56-12-2.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of γ-aminobutyric acid?

Molecular formula C4H9NO2, molecular weight 103.12.

What other names is γ-aminobutyric acid known by?

It is also registered under: γ-aminobutyric acid, GABA.

What are the documented applications of γ-aminobutyric acid?

Recorded applications: This is an endogenously produced metabolite found in the human body. It is used in metabolic reactions, catabolic reactions or waste generation, Cosmetics, Butanoic acid, 4-amino-: ACTIVE.

Which category does γ-aminobutyric acid belong to?

Category: Other Chemical Raw Materials.

Packaging & documentation

Packaging is agreed per order, from lab-scale packs to bulk, and confirmed with each order rather than fixed on the page. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) ships with every batch and MSDS is available; where the end use carries a regulatory limit (food contact, pharmaceutical or cosmetic), state the standard at enquiry and the grade is set against it.

PubChem Public Data

Independent reference data for γ-aminobutyric acid (CAS 56-12-2), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

PubChem CID119
Molecular FormulaC4H9NO2
IUPAC Name4-aminobutanoic acid
UNII (FDA)2ACZ6IPC6I

Computed descriptors

Molecular Weight103.12
XLogP3-3.2
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count3
Rotatable Bond Count3
Exact Mass103.063328530
Monoisotopic Mass103.063328530
Topological Polar Surface Area63.3
Heavy Atom Count7

Physicochemical values on record

Melting Point203 °C
Solubility1300.0 mg/mL
LogP-3.17
Ionization Efficiency-1.52
Ionization Efficiency10.5
Ionization EfficiencyMeCN (80%)
Dissociation Constants10.6

Synonyms and trade names

gamma-aminobutyric acid; GABA; 56-12-2; Piperidic acid; Piperidinic acid; Aminalon; Gaballon; Mielomade; Gamarex; Gammalon; Gammar; Gammasol; butanoic acid, 4-amino-; Gammalone; Butyric acid, 4-amino-; gamma-Aminobutanoic acid

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & food contactEU Flavoring substances
Flavoring Agents
CIR / INCI: Hair conditioning

What the public record says

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) · C4H9NO2. UNII 2ACZ6IPC6I. Melting Point: 203 °C; Solubility: 1300.0 mg/mL; LogP: -3.17.

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.

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