24diaminobutyric
2,4-Diaminobutyric acid, often abbreviated as DABA, is a non-proteinogenic amino acid with a four-carbon backbone bearing amino groups at the 2- and 4-positions and a carboxyl group at the first position. Its chemical formula is C4H10N2O2, and its structural representation is HOOC-CH(NH2)-CH2-CH2-NH2. The molecule contains a single stereocenter at the alpha carbon, so it exists as two enantiomers (L- and D- forms).
Structure and properties: The alpha amino group at position 2 and the terminal amino group at position
Occurrence and synthesis: DABA does not occur as a standard component of proteins. It is encountered mainly
Applications: In research and development, 2,4-diaminobutyric acid is used as a versatile diamine linker and as
Safety: As with many diamines and amino acids, handling should follow standard laboratory safety practices. Refer