20-79-1

Basic information

• Product Name: 4-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID
• Synonyms: AMINOBUTYRIC-4 ACID;AMINOBUTYRIC ACID, 4-;ALPHA-AMINOBUTANOIC ACID;4-AMINO-N-BUTYRIC ACID;AURORA KA-1053;DL-GAMMA-AMINO-N-BUTYRIC ACID;H-GABA-OH;H-GAMMA-ABU-OH
• CAS NO: 20-79-1
• Molecular Formula: C4H9NO2
• Molecular Weight: 103.12
• EINECS: 200-258-6
• Mol File: 20-79-1.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 195 °C (dec.)(lit.)
• Appearance: /
• Solubility: H2O: 1 M at 20 °C, clear, colorless
• CAS DataBase Reference: 4-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 4-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID(20-79-1)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 4-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID(20-79-1)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi
• Statements: 36/37/38
• Safety Statements: 26-36
• WGK Germany: 2
• RTECS: ES6300000
• Hazardous Substances Data: 20-79-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

4-aminobutyric acid, also known as GABA, is a naturally occurring amino acid that acts as a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. It is the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, helping to counteract the effects of excitatory neurotransmitters and maintain a balance of neuronal activity. GABA has been shown to have calming and relaxing effects on the brain and is often used as a dietary supplement to help support a healthy mood and reduce anxiety. It may also play a role in regulating muscle tone and sleep patterns. Additionally, GABA has been of interest in the treatment of certain neurological and psychiatric disorders, as it is thought to have potential therapeutic benefits for conditions such as epilepsy, anxiety disorders, and insomnia.

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A sheet structure in an alternate copolymer of 4-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID (cas 20-79-1) and α-isobutyl-l-glutamate09/30/2019

An alternating copolyamide derived from 4-aminobutyric acid and α-isobutyl-l-glutamate has been synthesized by the active ester method, and subsequently characterized. The structure and morphology of lamellar crystals have been investigated by using transmission electron microscopy. Additional ...detailed

Simultaneous determination of basal and evoked output levels of aspartate, glutamate, taurine and 4-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID (cas 20-79-1) during microdialysis and from superfused brain slices09/29/2019

A HPLC method, involving pre-column derivatisation with o-phthalaldehyde and fluorescence detection, is described. It allows the resolution of aspartate, glutamate, taurine and GABA, in a single run with detection limits of 3.2, 1.7, 1.4 and 2 fmol/μl of perfusate, respectively. It is sufficien...detailed

Receptor modifiers indicate that 4-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID (cas 20-79-1) (GABA) is a potential modulator of ion transport in plants09/28/2019

GABA (4-aminobutyric acid) is a ubiquitousnon-protein amino acid that accumulates rapidly inplants in response to stress. GABA was firstidentified in plants (potato tubers) and animals(brain tissue) 50 years ago. Although GABA is nowrecognized as the most important inhibitoryneurotransmitter in ...detailed