3-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid
Also known as: DL-beta-leucine, DL-β-leucine, DL-beta-homovaline, (±)-3-amino-4-methylpentanoic acid, (±)-3-amino-4-methylvaleric acid, DL-homo-beta-valine, 3-amino-4-methyl-valeric acid
3-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid (CAS 5699-54-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H13NO2 and a molecular weight of 131.173 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 206-209ºC, a boiling point of 232.0±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 94.1±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5699-54-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-18-0
- Molecular Formula
- C6H13NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 131.173 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 206-209ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 232.0±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 94.1±22.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 131.094635 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | 0.37 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.463 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922499990 |
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| Summary | HS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid is 5699-54-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid?
3-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid has molecular formula C6H13NO2 and molecular weight 131.173 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid?
For 3-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid, Upstream Products: Malonic acid, Isobutyraldehyde, (2E)-4-methylpent-2-enoic acid; Downstream Products: 3-Amino-4-methyl-1-pentanol, L-Leucine, DL-Leucic Acid.
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