3-Methyl-2-oxovaleric acid (sodium)
Catalogue number:
HY-W017386-250mg
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Size:
250 mg _$$_
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This product is for research use only and is not for human consumption or therapeutic use.
CAS Number:
3715-31-9
Purity:
99.16
Molecular Weight:
152.12
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Product Description:
3-Methyl-2-oxovaleric acid, sodium salt belongs to the class of carboxylic acids, consisting of a five-carbon chain with methyl, carboxyl and ketone groups. This compound is commonly used as an analytical reagent in biochemical and medical research, especially for the detection and quantification of 2-ketoacids. It can also be used as a substrate in enzyme assays to measure the activity of certain enzymes involved in amino acid metabolism. In addition, 3-Methyl-2-oxovaleric acid, sodium salt may have potential research roles in various diseases such as diabetes, cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Storage Temperature:
4°C (Powder, sealed storage, away from moisture)