Dihydrokainic acid
Also known as: dihydrokainate, (2S,3S,4R)-2-carboxy-4-isopropyl-3-pyrrolidineacetic acid, (2S,3S,4R)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-isopropyl-proline, (2S,3S,4R)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-propan-2-yl-2-pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid, (2S,3S,4R)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-propan-2-ylpyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid, 2-Carboxy-4-isopropyl-3-pyrrolidineacetic acid, 3-Pyrrolidineacetic acid, 2-carboxy-4-(1-methylethyl)-, (2S,3S,4R)-, (2S-(2alpha,3beta,4beta))-2-carboxy-4-(1-methylethyl)-3-pyrrolidineacetic acid, (3S,4R)-3-(carboxymethyl)-4-propan-2-yl-L-proline, DHK, OPiKa-1
Dihydrokainic acid (CAS 52497-36-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H17NO4 and a molecular weight of 215.25 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 285 °C (dec.), a boiling point of 416.6ºC at 760mmHg and a density of 1.187g/cm3. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 52497-36-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-30965-9
- Molecular Formula
- C10H17NO4
- Molecular Weight
- 215.25 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 285 °C (dec.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 416.6ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.187g/cm3 |
| Exact Mass | 215.11600 |
| PSA | 86.63000 |
| LogP | 0.73470 |
| Refractive Index | 1.492 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | GLT1[1] |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Tian SW, et al. Glutamate transporter GLT1 inhibitor dihydrokainic acid impairs novel object recognition memory performance in mice. Physiol Behav. 2019 Feb 1;199:28-32. [2]. Butcher SP, et al. On the epileptogenic effects of kainic acid and dihydrokainic acid in the dentate gyrus of the rat. Neuropharmacology. 1988 Apr;27(4):375-81. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Dihydrokainic acid?
The CAS number of Dihydrokainic acid is 52497-36-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dihydrokainic acid?
Dihydrokainic acid has molecular formula C10H17NO4 and molecular weight 215.25 g/mol.
Is Dihydrokainic acid hazardous?
Dihydrokainic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Dihydrokainic acid?
For Dihydrokainic acid, Upstream Products: Kainic acid.
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