3-Hydroxyvaleric acid

Overview

3-Hydroxyvaleric acid is a five-carbon ketone body byproduct that can undergo an anaplerotic reaction to replenish the intermediates of the tricarboxylic acid cycle. 3-Hydroxyvaleric acid is one of the important monomers for the synthesis of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA). PHA is a type of biodegradable plastic that is widely used in environmentally friendly packaging, disposable products, and medical materials .

Application

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Product Information

• Catalog No.: HY-113004
• CAS No.: 10237-77-1
• Molecular Formula: C5H10O3
• Molecular Weight: 118.13
• Purity: 98.0%
• Storage: 4°C, protect from light * In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light)
• Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (21.16 mM); Clear solution
• Availability: In-stock

Source

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