Category:
Other Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
3687-18-1
Standard:
In-house Standards,
| Chemical Name: | 3-Amino-1-propanesulfonic acid |
| Molecular Formula: | C3H9NO3S |
| Formula Weight: | 139.17 |
| CAS No.: | 3687-18-1 |
3-Amino-1-propanesulfonic acid (APS) is a zwitterionic amino sulfonic acid widely used as a buffer and reagent in organic synthesis. The molecular formula is C3H9NO3S, with CAS No. 1564-27-0. It is typically produced via the hydrolysis of sulfonated intermediates or direct sulfonation of aminopropane derivatives under controlled conditions.
Store in a cool, dry place away from incompatible oxidizers. Use appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles to prevent skin irritation. Not approved for direct clinical administration without further purification and formulation validation.