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2-Hydroxybut-3-enoic acid

2-Hydroxybut-3-enoic acid

  • CAT Number: M011538
  • CAS Number: 600-17-9
  • PubChem Substance ID: 160534
  • Molecular Formula: C4H6O3
  • Molecular Weight: 102.09
  • Purity: ≥95%
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2-Hydroxybut-3-enoic acid (Cat No.:M011538), also known as hydroxycrotonic acid or α-hydroxyisocaproic acid. It features a hydroxyl group and a carboxyl group attached to a but-3-enoic acid (crotonic acid) backbone. This compound is significant in biochemistry and metabolism as an intermediate in the degradation of branched-chain amino acids. It plays a role in energy production and maintaining nitrogen balance in the body. Additionally, it is used in cosmetic and personal care products for its potential benefits on skin health and hydration due to its hydroxyl group.

Catalog Number M011538
CAS Number 600-17-9
Molecular Formula

C4H6O3

Purity 95%
IUPAC Name 2-hydroxybut-3-enoic acid
InChI InChI=1S/C4H6O3/c1-2-3(5)4(6)7/h2-3,5H,1H2,(H,6,7)
InChIKey VBWPSWWDYVWZKA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES C=CC(C(=O)O)O

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