Potassium 2-hydroxy-2-methylsuccinate

• CAT Number: I018270
• CAS Number: 1030365-02-6
• Molecular Formula: C5H6K2O5
• Molecular Weight: 224.29
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: dipotassium;2-hydroxy-2-methylbutanedioate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H8O5.2K/c1-5(10,4(8)9)2-3(6)7;;/h10H,2H2,1H3,(H,6,7)(H,8,9);;/q;2*+1/p-2
• InChIKey: VCJUJDUIBZISHE-UHFFFAOYSA-L
• SMILES: CC(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.[K+].[K+]

Potassium 2-hydroxy-2-methylsuccinate（Cat No.:I018270）is the potassium salt of a hydroxylated succinic acid derivative, structurally related to intermediates in the citric acid cycle. Its molecular framework provides both carboxylate and hydroxyl groups, contributing to solubility and reactivity in biochemical systems. This compound is primarily used as a research reagent to explore metabolic pathways, enzyme interactions, and organic synthesis processes. Its relevance extends to studying energy metabolism, biochemical regulation, and potential analogs of metabolic intermediates. The potassium counterion enhances stability and aqueous compatibility, making it useful in laboratory investigations.