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L-Azetidine-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 2133-34-8)

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Alternate Names:
L-Azetidine-2-carboxylic acid is known as a proline analog.
Application:
L-Azetidine-2-carboxylic acid is a toxic amino acid, endogenous metabolite, and specific proline antagonist.
CAS Number:
2133-34-8
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
101.105
Molecular Formula:
C4H7NO2
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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L-Azetidine-2-carboxylic acid is a toxic amino acid found in polygonatum odoratum which acts as a growth inhibitor in algae and plants. It has been incorporated as an analog of proline in biologically active peptides for generating conformational changes. L-Azetidine-2-carboxylic acid, a chiral compound with two distinct isomers, serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing various compounds, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. It plays a role as a chiral reagent in asymmetric synthesis, enabling the creation of enantiomerically pure molecules. Its applications extend to the synthesis of biologically active compounds, such as antibiotics and anti-cancer agents, contributing to advancements in medicinal chemistry and drug development.


L-Azetidine-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 2133-34-8) References

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L-Azetidine-2-carboxylic acid, 1 g

sc-263441
1 g
$136.00

L-Azetidine-2-carboxylic acid, 5 g

sc-263441A
5 g
$413.00