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4-Aminohippuric acid

SKU 10722816 CAS 61-78-9 C9H10N2O3 MW 194.19 Available on enquiry

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4-Aminohippuric acid is an organic compound primarily used as a renal function marker in medical diagnostics, particularly in tests like the PAH clearance test to measure effective renal plasma flow. It is also employed in biochemical research for studying transport mechanisms in the kidneys and other biological systems. This chemical has a CAS number of 61-78-9, with the molecular formula C9H10N2O3 and a molecular weight of 194.19 g/mol. It requires storage between 2 to 8°C and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies 4-Aminohippuric acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Overview

SKU: 10722816
CAS Number: 61-78-9
IUPAC Name: 2-[(4-aminobenzoyl)amino]acetic acid
EC Number: 200-518-9
Molecular Formula: C9H10N2O3
Molecular Weight: 194.19
Exact Mass: 194.0691
SMILES: C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)NCC(=O)O)N
InChIKey: HSMNQINEKMPTIC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10N2O3/c10-7-3-1-6(2-4-7)9(14)11-5-8(12)13/h1-4H,5,10H2,(H,11,14)(H,12,13)
PubChem CID: 2148

Synonyms

aminohippuric acid
Glycine, N-(4-aminobenzoyl)-
N-(4-Aminobenzoyl)glycine
N-(p-Aminobenzoyl)glycine
N-(para-aminobenzoyl)glycine
Nefrotest
P-AMINOHIPPURIC ACID
PAH (amino acid)
Paha
para-Aminohippuric acid

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: White, crystalline powder
Melting Point: 198-199 °C
Vapour Pressure: 0.00000004 mmHg
pKa: pKa = 3.83

Source: PubChem CID 2148 (HSDB, Haz-Map, DrugBank)

Frequently asked questions

What is 4-Aminohippuric acid commonly used for?

4-Aminohippuric acid is primarily used as a substrate for measuring effective renal plasma flow (ERPF) in kidney function tests and as a reagent in biochemical research.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Aminohippuric acid?

The molecular formula is **C9H10N2O3**, and the molecular weight is **194.19 g/mol**.

How should 4-Aminohippuric acid be stored?

Store at **2–8°C** in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances.

What grades or purities of 4-Aminohippuric acid does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies **analytical and biochemical research grades** of 4-Aminohippuric acid, with purity typically ≥98%.

Can Molekula supply 4-Aminohippuric acid in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities of 4-Aminohippuric acid upon request, subject to availability and order specifications.

What documentation comes with an order of 4-Aminohippuric acid?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.