4-Amino-2-hydroxybutanoic acid
Also known as: 2-Hydroxy-4-aminobutyric acid, 2-Hydroxy-4-amino butanoic acid, 4-Amino-2-hydroxybutyric acid, HABA, alpha-Hydroxy-gamma-aminobutyric acid, Butanoic acid, 4-amino-2-hydroxy-, 2-Hydroxy-4-aminobutanoic acid, 2-Hydroxy-4-aminobutylic acid, 4-Amino-2-hydroxy-butanoic acid, 4-Amino-2-hydroxy-butyric acid, 2-Hydroxy-4-aminobutanoic acid (HABA), MFCD00797835
4-Amino-2-hydroxybutanoic acid (CAS 13477-53-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 119.119 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 196-206ºC, a boiling point of 361.8±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 172.6±23.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 13477-53-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1501028-3
- Molecular Formula
- C4H9NO3
- Molecular Weight
- 119.119 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 196-206ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 361.8±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 172.6±23.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 119.058243 |
| PSA | 83.55000 |
| LogP | -1.10 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.511 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922509090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2922509090. other amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Amino-2-hydroxybutanoic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Amino-2-hydroxybutanoic acid is 13477-53-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Amino-2-hydroxybutanoic acid?
4-Amino-2-hydroxybutanoic acid has molecular formula C4H9NO3 and molecular weight 119.119 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Amino-2-hydroxybutanoic acid?
For 4-Amino-2-hydroxybutanoic acid, Upstream Products: gamma-Aminobutyric acid, 4-Acetamidobutanoic acid; Downstream Products: beta-Alanine, 3-Hydroxy-2-pyrrolidinone, 4-(Benzyloxycarbonylamino)-2-hydroxybutanoic acid.
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