NH2CH2CH2CH2CHO
NH2CH2CH2CH2CHO, also known as 4-aminobutanal or gamma-aminobutyraldehyde, is a small bifunctional organic compound that contains a primary amine and an aldehyde on a four-carbon backbone. Its molecular formula is C4H9NO and its nominal molar mass is about 87.12 g/mol. The molecule features an aldehyde group at one end and an amino group at the other, giving it both nucleophilic and electrophilic character.
Because of its dual functionality, 4-aminobutanal is a versatile building block in organic synthesis. The aldehyde
In practical use, 4-aminobutanal serves as a precursor for the preparation of aminoalkylated products, gamma- and
Safety considerations are typical of small aldehydes and amines: the compound can be irritating to skin and