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L-Allylglycine

Also known as: (2S)-2-aminopent-4-enoic acid, (S)-(-)-2-Amino-4-pentenoic acid, (S)-2-Amino-4-pentenoic acid, H-(Allyl)Gly-OH, 3-Vinyl-L-alanine, L-alpha-Allylglycine, RARECHEM BK PT 0249, MFCD00002627

L-Allylglycine (CAS 16338-48-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 115.131 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 283 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 222.7±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 88.5±22.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16338-48-0
Jingsj CID
J-48826-6
Molecular Formula
C5H9NO2
Molecular Weight
115.131 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point283 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point222.7±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point88.5±22.6 °C
Exact Mass115.063332
PSA63.32000
LogP-0.06
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.461
Additional Propertysoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922499990
SummaryHS: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 L-Allylglycine?

The CAS number of L-Allylglycine is 16338-48-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Allylglycine?

L-Allylglycine has molecular formula C5H9NO2 and molecular weight 115.131 g/mol.

Is L-Allylglycine hazardous?

L-Allylglycine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of L-Allylglycine?

For L-Allylglycine, Upstream Products: (S)-2-(((Benzyloxy)carbonyl)amino)pent-4-enoic acid, 2-Amino-4-pentenoic acid, Allyl bromide; Downstream Products: (S)-N-Boc-allylglycine, (S)-2-(((Benzyloxy)carbonyl)amino)pent-4-enoic acid, Fmoc-L-Allylglycine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "L-Allylglycine (CAS 16338-48-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-48826-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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