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(CAS RN) : 52-90-3
Molecular
Formula: C3H7NO2
Weight: 121.16
Appearance of physical and chemical properities:
- Twin monoclinic or orthgonal crystallization
- Melting point 178oC, (a) + 26.5(mol/L HCL)
- Imine tastes
- In neutral or slightly alkaline solution easy oxidation by air into cystine
- Acidic environment is stable
Solubility:
- Soluble in water, ethanol
- not soluble in ethanol, propanol, ethyl acetate, stupid, carbon disulfide, carbon tetrachloride
Uses:
- Treatment of skin conditions such as eczema, urticaria, freckles
- Widely used in medicine, food and cosmetics industries.
Standard: