2-Hydroxyhexanoic acid

SKU: orb1301981

Description

2-Hydroxyhexanoic acid (2-Hydroxycaproic acid) is a branched-chain α-keto acid naturally present in human blood and amniotic fluid. It is a significant diagnostic metabolite in the cerebrospinal fluid of patients with Nocardia infections, making it relevant for research in clinical microbiology and metabolic disorder studies.

Research Area

Metabolism Research

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 6064-63-7
• MW: 132.16
• Purity: 98.00% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃
• SMILES: CCCCC(O)C(O)=O
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite
• Solubility: 10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:2 mg/mL (15.13 mM);DMSO:50 mg/mL (378.33 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

2 Hydroxyhexanoic acid, 2-Hydroxycaproic acid, 2Hydroxyhexanoic acid, 2-Hydroxyhexanoic acid, EndogenousMetabolite, Endogenous Metabolite, Inhibitor, inhibit

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

99824