Molekula
N-Isovalerylglycine
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N-Isovalerylglycine is an N-acylglycine, the glycine conjugate of isovaleric acid, known as a human urinary metabolite. It is used as a research and analytical reference standard, particularly as a diagnostic marker for isovaleric acidemia in metabolic and clinical studies. This chemical has a CAS number of 16284-60-9, a molecular formula of C7H13NO3, and a molecular weight of 159.18 g/mol. It is classified with a signal word of Warning and should be stored at ambient conditions. Molekula supplies N-Isovalerylglycine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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10 mg — £45.00 per pack ex VAT · £54.00 inc. VAT
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500 mg — £69.90 per pack ex VAT · £83.88 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white powder |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 87 - 90 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 546304 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034035 |
| CAS Number | 16284-60-9 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(3-methylbutanoylamino)acetic acid |
| Molecular Formula | C7H13NO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 159.18 |
| Exact Mass | 159.0895 |
| SMILES | CC(C)CC(=O)NCC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | ZRQXMKMBBMNNQC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H13NO3/c1-5(2)3-6(9)8-4-7(10)11/h5H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H,8,9)(H,10,11) |
| PubChem CID | 546304 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29241911 |
| Tariff Code | 2924190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- [(3-Methylbutanoyl)amino]acetic acid
- 2-(3-Methylbutanamido)acetic acid
- 2-(3-methylbutanoylamino)acetic acid
- 2-(3-methylbutanoylamino)ethanoic acid
- Glycine, N-(3-methyl-1-oxobutyl)-
- Isovaleroylglycine
- Isovalerylglycine
- N-(3-Methyl-1-oxobutyl)glycine
- N-(3-methylbutanoyl)glycine
- N-Isovaleroylglycine
Frequently asked questions
What is N-Isovalerylglycine commonly used for?
N-Isovalerylglycine is a human urinary metabolite used as a research and analytical reference standard, notably as a biomarker for the diagnosis and monitoring of isovaleric acidemia.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of N-Isovalerylglycine?
The chemical formula is C7H13NO3, and the molecular weight is 159.18 g/mol.
What safety classification does N-Isovalerylglycine have?
N-Isovalerylglycine is classified with a Signal Word: Warning under GHS regulations.
How should N-Isovalerylglycine be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances.
Does Molekula supply N-Isovalerylglycine in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply N-Isovalerylglycine in bulk, with quantities tailored to your requirements.
What documentation is provided with an order of N-Isovalerylglycine?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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