4aminobutanamide

4-aminobutanamide, also known as 3-aminopropionamide or 3-aminopropionic acid amide, is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C4H10N2O. It is a derivative of butanamide, which is an amide of butanoic acid. Structurally, it features an amine group attached to the fourth carbon atom of a four-carbon chain, with an amide group at the end of the chain.

This compound is a white crystalline solid at room temperature. It is soluble in water and some polar organic solvents. 4-aminobutanamide has been investigated for various potential applications, including in biological research and as a building block in organic synthesis. Its chemical properties stem from the presence of both an amine and an amide functional group, which can participate in a range of chemical reactions.

While not as widely known as some other organic compounds, 4-aminobutanamide plays a role in chemical research and development. Its synthesis typically involves standard organic chemistry procedures. Further research continues to explore its potential uses and properties.