L-Canaline
Also known as: (S)-2-Amino-4-(aminooxy)butanoic acid, O-Amino-L-homoserine, L-2-amino-4-(aminooxy)butyric acid, Canaline, L-Canalin, 2-Amino-4-(aminooxy)butyric acid
L-Canaline (CAS 496-93-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H10N2O3 and a molecular weight of 134.13400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 378.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.298g/cm3 and a flash point of 182.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 496-93-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1573-6
- Molecular Formula
- C4H10N2O3
- Molecular Weight
- 134.13400 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 378.1ºC at 760mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.298g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 182.5ºC |
| Exact Mass | 134.06900 |
| PSA | 98.57000 |
| LogP | 0.07930 |
| Vapor Pressure | 9.22E-07mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.51 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | IC50: 297 nM (Plasmodium falciparum)[3]; Ornithine aminotransferase[1] |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Bence AK, et al. The antiproliferative and immunotoxic effects of L-canavanine and L-canaline. Anticancer Drugs. 2002 Mar;13(3):313-20. [2]. Rosenthal GA. L-canaline: a potent antimetabolite and anti-cancer agent from leguminous plants. Life Sci. 1997;60(19):1635-41. [3]. Berger BJ. Antimalarial activities of aminooxy compounds. Antimicrob Agents Chemother. 2000 Sep;44(9):2540-2. |
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 L-Canaline?
The CAS number of L-Canaline is 496-93-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Canaline?
L-Canaline has molecular formula C4H10N2O3 and molecular weight 134.13400 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of L-Canaline?
For L-Canaline, Downstream Products: Ammonia.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "L-Canaline (CAS 496-93-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1573-6 (accessed 2026-11-07).
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