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N-[4-(Methylamino)benzoyl]-L-glutamic acid zinc salt is the zinc salt of N-[4-(methylamino)benzoyl]-L-glutamic acid, a key intermediate in the synthesis of antifolate agents such as methotrexate. It is a white to off-white powder with good stability, and the zinc salt form offers convenient handling and controlled release of the active glutamate moiety in coupling reactions. in water. In acidic solutions, it is colorless, while in basic solutions, it turns pink to purple.