rel-(2R,3S)-2,3-Dihydroxysuccinic acid hydrate

• Catalog Number: orb1302127
• Category: Small Molecules
• Description: rel-(2R,3S)-2,3-Dihydroxysuccinic acid hydrate
• CAS Number: 5990-63-6
• Purity: 99.86%
• MW: 168.1
• SMILES: O.OC(C(O)C(O)=O)C(O)=O
• Formula: C₄H₈O₇
• Biological Activity: rel-(2R,3S)-2,3-Dihydroxysuccinic acid hydrate (meso-Tartaric acid monohydrate) occurs naturally in many plants, particularly grapes and tamarinds, and is one of the main acids found in wine. It is used as an antioxidant. Salts of tartaric acid are known as tartrates. Tartaric acid is a muscle toxin, which works by inhibiting the production of malic acid, and in high doses causes paralysis and death.
• Storage: -20°C
• Note: For research use only
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.