What is "anthranilic acid"

n. (context organic compound English) The aromatic amino acid ''2-aminobenzoic acid'' that has biological activity, and is used in organic synthesis

Anthranilic acid (o-amino-benzoic acid, 2-aminobenzoic acid, 2-AA, 2AA, AA) is an aromatic acid with the formula CH(NH)(COH). The molecule consists of a substituted benzene ring, hence is classed as aromatic, with two adjacent, or "ortho-" functional groups, a carboxylic acid and an amine. The compound is consequently amphoteric. In appearance, anthranilic acid is a white solid when pure, although commercial samples may appear yellow. It is sometimes referred to as vitamin L and has a sweetish taste. The anion [CH(NH)(CO)], obtained by the deprotonation of anthranilic acid, is called anthranilate.