Synonyms
1-AMino-1-carboxycyclopropane
Description
1-Aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylic Acid is an intermediate in the conversion of methionine to ethylene during the ripening in apples. It also plays an important role in the biosynthesis of the plant hormone ethylene.
Molecular Formula
C4H7NO2
InChI
PAJPWUMXBYXFCZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChIKey
PAJPWUMXBYXFCZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Appearance
Powder and Granules
Storage
Keep in dark place, sealed in dry, room temperature
Boiling Point
189.47 ℃ (rough estimate)
Density, g/cm3
1.2245 (rough estimate)
Melting Point
229-231 ℃ (lit.)
Refractive Index
1.4340 (estimate)
Specification
100 g;500 g;kg