Methyl citrate

• CAT Number: I044781
• CAS Number: 26163-61-1
• Molecular Formula: C7H10O7
• Molecular Weight: 206.15
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-hydroxy-2-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)butanedioic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H10O7/c1-14-5(10)3-7(13,6(11)12)2-4(8)9/h13H,2-3H2,1H3,(H,8,9)(H,11,12)
• InChIKey: YUTUUOJFXIMELV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC(=O)CC(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O

Methyl citrate（Cat No.:I044781）is an organic compound formed by the esterification of citric acid with methanol. It plays a key role in metabolic processes, particularly in the citric acid cycle, aiding in energy production within cells. Methyl citrate has applications in various fields, including pharmaceuticals, where it may be used as a precursor for synthesizing other compounds. It is also utilized in food and beverage industries as a flavoring agent due to its tart taste. Additionally, methyl citrate shows potential in research related to metabolic disorders and enzyme activity.