3-Methyl-2-oxobutanoic acid

SKU: orb1221133

Description

alpha-Ketoisovaleric acid is an abnormal metabolite that arises from the incomplete breakdown of branched-chain amino acids. alpha-Ketoisovaleric acid is a neurotoxin an acidogen and a metabotoxin. A neurotoxin causes damage to nerve cells and nerve tissues. alpha-Ketoisovaleric acid is a keto-acid which is a subclass of organic acids. Abnormally high levels of organic acids in the blood (organic acidemia) urine (organic aciduria) the brain and other tissues lead to general metabolic acidosis.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 759-05-7
• MW: 116.12
• Purity: >98% (HPLC)
• Formula: C₅H₈O₃
• SMILES: CC(C)C(=O)C(O)=O
• Target: Others
• Solubility: DMSO:10 mM

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Storage temperature: -20°C. Stability: ≥ 2 years
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

alpha-Ketoisovaleric acid | 2-Oxoisovaleric acid

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