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3-amino-3-oxopropanoic acid; CAS No.: 2345-56-4; 3-amino-3-oxopropanoic acid. PROPERTIES: This compound is a 3-amino-3-oxopropanoic acid appearing as white crystalline powder. Its molecular weight is approximately 117.08 g/mol. It has characteristic sharp melting point around 220-225 C (with decomposition). The compound is highly soluble in water and polar organic solvents. It's moisture sensitive and may absorb atmospheric moisture readily. Store in tightly sealed containers under dry conditions. Keep below 25 C and protect from humidity. Handle with care using appropriate engineering controls to prevent dust inhalation. APPLICATIONS: 3-amino-3-oxopropanoic acid is used in pharmaceutical research as amino acid derivative as described in Journal of Medicinal Chemistry. It's employed in synthesis of certain antiviral compounds mentioned in Antiviral Research. Additionally, this compound serves as building block for preparing alpha-keto acid containing pharmaceuticals reported in Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters. The amino and oxo groups provide valuable reactive sites for bioconjugation reactions in medicinal chemistry applications.