| Formula / Notation | C4H8N2O3 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 70-47-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 132.12 |
| Melting Point | 234-235 °C |
| Density | 1.543 g/cu cm at 15/4 °C |
| Solubility | 29400 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Pellets or Large Crystals |
| Also Known As | (2S)-2,4-diamino-4-oxobutanoic acid; asparagine; 70-47-3; (S)-asparagine; Aspartamic acid; agedoite; altheine; Asparamide; Crystal VI; asparagine acid |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is L-Asparagine?
L-asparagine is an optically active form of asparagine having L-configuration. It has a role as a micronutrient, a nutraceutical, a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, a plant metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a L-alpha-amino acid, an asparagine, an aspartate family amino acid and a proteinogenic amino acid. It is a conjugate base of a L-asparaginium. It is a conjugate acid of a L-asparaginate. It is an enantiomer of a D-asparagine. It is a tautomer of a L-asparagine zwitterion.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: (2S)-2,4-diamino-4-oxobutanoic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: (2S)-2,4-diamino-4-oxobutanoic acid; asparagine; 70-47-3; (S)-asparagine; Aspartamic acid; agedoite; altheine; Asparamide; Crystal VI; asparagine acid
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 234-235 °C |
| Density | 1.543 g/cu cm at 15/4 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 132.12 |
| Solubility | 29400 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Pellets or Large Crystals |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
L-asparagine is an optically active form of asparagine having L-configuration. It has a role as a micronutrient, a nutraceutical, a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, a plant metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a L-alpha-amino acid, an asparagine, an aspartate family amino acid and a proteinogenic amino acid. It is a conjugate base of a L-asparaginium. It is a conjugate acid of a L-asparaginate. It is an enantiomer of a D-asparagine. It is a tautomer of a L-asparagine zwitterion.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for L-Asparagine is: C4H8N2O3