2-Aminoisobutyric acid
Also known as: 2-Amino-2-methylpropionic acid, 2-Methylalanine, alpha-Aminoisobutyric acid, 2-Amino-2-methylpropanoic acid, Aib, NSC 16590, alpha-Methylalanine, 2,2-Dimethylglycine
2-Aminoisobutyric acid (CAS 62-57-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 103.120 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of ≥300 °C, a boiling point of 204.4±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 77.4±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 62-57-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1006036-3
- Molecular Formula
- C4H9NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 103.120 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | ≥300 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 204.4±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 77.4±22.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 103.063332 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | -0.33 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.464 |
| Additional Property | SOLUBLE |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Shigeru Satoh, et al. α-Aminoisobutyric acid: A probable competitive inhibitor of conversion of 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylic acid to ethylene. Plant and Cell Physiology, Volume 21, Issue 6, 1 September 1980, Pages 939-949. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922499990 |
|---|---|
| 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 2-Aminoisobutyric acid?
The CAS number of 2-Aminoisobutyric acid is 62-57-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Aminoisobutyric acid?
2-Aminoisobutyric acid has molecular formula C4H9NO2 and molecular weight 103.120 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Aminoisobutyric acid?
For 2-Aminoisobutyric acid, Upstream Products: 2-amino-2-methyl-propionic acid methyl ester, 5,5-Dimethylhydantoin, 2-Benzamido-2-methylpropanoic acid; Downstream Products: Ethyl 2-amino-2-methylpropanoate, 2-(2-Cyanoethylamino)-2-methylpropanoic acid, tert-butyl 2-amino-2-methylpropanoate.
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