4-(Aminomethyl)benzoic acid acts as an unnatural amino acid derivative. It is also used as a type 2 antifibrinolytic agent. Further, it reacts with 2-methyl-isothiourea sulfate to prepare 4-guanidinomethylbenzoic acid.
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Applications
4-(Aminomethyl)benzoic acid acts as an unnatural amino acid derivative. It is also used as a type 2 antifibrinolytic agent. Further, it reacts with 2-methyl-isothiourea sulfate to prepare 4-guanidinomethylbenzoic acid.
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water. Insoluble in ethanol, benzene and chloroform.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents and strong bases.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
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