2,3-dihydroxy-3-methylbutanoic acid

SKU: orb1302229

Description

2,3-Dihydroxy-3-methylbutanoic acid, a leucine metabolite, activates the mTOR pathway to stimulate muscle protein synthesis and inhibit proteolysis. This mechanism supports its investigation in exercise physiology, sports nutrition, and muscle atrophy research using both cellular and animal models.

Research Area

Metabolism Research

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 1756-18-9
• MW: 134.1305
• Purity: 99.03% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₅H₁₀O₄
• SMILES: CC(C)(O)C(O)C(O)=O
• Target: Others,Endogenous Metabolite
• Solubility: DMSO:55 mg/mL (410.05 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

2,3dihydroxy3methylbutanoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-3-methylbutanoic acid, 2,3 dihydroxy 3 methylbutanoic acid

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

677