2,3-Diaminopropionic acid
Agent Name
2,3-Diaminopropionic acid
CAS Number
515-94-6
Formula
C3-H8-N2-O2
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
2,3-Diaminopropanoic acid; 2-Amino-beta-alanine; 3-Aminoalanine; Diaminopropionic acid; beta-Aminoalanine; Alanine, 3-amino-; [ChemIDplus] alpha, beta-Diaminopropionic acid
Category
Amino Carboxylic Acids
Description
DL form: Hygroscopic solid that also absorbs carbon dioxide from air; [Merck Index]
Sources/Uses
Its salts are used to inhibit growth of microorganisms; [Merck Index]
Comments
See "3-(Methylamino)-(DL)-alanine."
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