A gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) Derivative
This challenging polar compound is easily retained in this simple Method where repeatability of the data is excellent with %RSD<0.1 for the Retention Times.
Peak:
4-(Methylamino)butyric Acid
Method Conditions:
Column: Cogent Diamond Hydride™, 4μm, 100Å
Catalog No.: 70000-15P-2
Dimensions: 4.6 x 150mm
Mobile Phase:
—A: DI Water with 0.1% Formic Acid
—B: Acetonitrile with 0.1% Formic Acid
Time (minutes) | %B |
0 | 80 |
5 | 30 |
6 | 30 |
7 | 80 |
Injection vol.: 1μL
Flow rate: 1.0mL / minute
Detection: ELSD (Evaporative Light Scattering Detector)
Sample Preparation: 4-(Methylamino) Butyric Acid 0.1mg / mL in 50:50 Acetonitrile / DI Water
Note: 4-(Methyamino)butyric acid is a GABA (gamma Aminobutyric Acid) derivative and product of N-methyl-2-pyrrolidione. It inhibits L-Carnitine from undergoing beta-oxidation in mammals. In bacteria it is a product of nicotine catabolism. It is found in skin products to prevent wrinkles.