5-Oxodecanoic acid

SKU: orb1986692

Description

5-Oxodecanoic acid is a biochemical intermediate that can be enzymatically reduced to 5-hydroxydecanoic acid by baker's yeast. It is used in research on microbial biosynthesis, enzymatic reduction mechanisms, and as a precursor in metabolic studies both in vitro and in vivo.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 624-01-1
• MW: 186.25
• Formula: C₁₀H₁₈O₃
• SMILES: O=C(O)CCCC(=O)CCCCC
• Target: Others

Storage & Handling

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

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

69346