3,4-O-Isopropylidene-shikimic acid

• CAT Number: M134397
• CAS Number: 183075-03-8
• Molecular Formula: C10H14O5
• Molecular Weight: 214.22
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (3aR,7R,7aS)-7-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-3a,6,7,7a-tetrahydro-1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylic acid
• IUPAC Name: 7-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-3a,6,7,7a-tetrahydro-1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C10H14O5/c1-10(2)14-7-4-5(9(12)13)3-6(11)8(7)15-10/h4,6-8,11H,3H2,1-2H3,(H,12,13)
• InChIKey: PILATNHSTHZMCA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1(OC2C=C(CC(C2O1)O)C(=O)O)C

3,4-O-Isopropylidene-shikimic acid（Cat No.:M134397）is a synthetic derivative of shikimic acid, a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of aromatic amino acids and many natural products. The isopropylidene group protects the 3- and 4-hydroxyl groups, enhancing the compound’s stability and usefulness in organic synthesis. It serves as a valuable intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, particularly antiviral agents like oseltamivir (Tamiflu). Its protected form facilitates selective chemical modifications and stereoselective reactions. 3,4-O-Isopropylidene-shikimic acid is widely used in medicinal chemistry and synthetic biology for developing complex bioactive molecules.