(S)-3-Aminobutyric acid ethyl ester

(S)-3-Aminobutyric acid ethyl ester, also known as ethyl (S)-3-aminobutanoate or ethyl (S)-3-aminobutyrate, is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C6H13NO2. It is a chiral compound, meaning it exists in two mirror-image forms, (S)- and (R)-.

This compound is commonly used as a building block in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It can be used as a starting material for the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, such as anticonvulsant drugs and inhibitors of neurotransmitter reuptake. Its chiral nature makes it particularly useful in the synthesis of enantiopure compounds.

Unfortunately, specific physical properties such as density or flash point are not readily available for (S)-3-Aminobutyric acid ethyl ester. However, it is important to handle and store this compound in accordance with general safety practices for handling organic chemicals.

For more detailed information about this substance, including its CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number, EC (European Community) number, PubChem ID, or ECHA (European Chemicals Agency) number, please contact the appropriate regulatory authorities or consult specialized chemical databases.