2-(2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl)acetic acid, CAS No. 5427-26-9

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5427-26-9

Catalog No. EBD99873

CAS 5427-26-9

Name 2-(2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl)acetic acid

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Basic Information

Synonyms: (2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl)aceticacid [(4R)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl]acetate [(4S)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl]acetate 2,5-dioxo-1,3-diazolidin-4-ylaceticacid 2-(2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl)aceticacid 4-imidazolidineaceticacid,2,5-dioxo-

Molecular Formula: C5H6N2O4

Molecular Weight: 158.11

Categories: Medicinal Chemistry > Biochemicals and Life Science Reagents > Amino Acids and Derivatives

Product Description:

Hydantoin-5-acetic acid is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a hydantoin ring fused with an acetic acid moiety. It serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its primary application is as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various biologically active compounds. It is notably used in the preparation of amino acid derivatives and peptides, particularly those related to glutamic acid analogs. This makes it a valuable precursor in medicinal chemistry for developing potential drug candidates and studying enzyme inhibitors. As a bifunctional molecule containing both a reactive heterocycle and a carboxylic acid group, it participates in condensation and cyclization reactions. It is also utilized in the synthesis of certain polymers and specialty chemicals.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 214-215 °C (dec.)(lit.)

Density: 1.491g/cm3