CAS 12758-40-6: Carboxyethylgermanium sesquioxide
Description:Carboxyethylgermanium sesquioxide, with the CAS number 12758-40-6, is an organogermanium compound that features a unique combination of germanium and organic functional groups. This substance is characterized by its sesquioxide structure, which typically indicates the presence of germanium in a +4 oxidation state, bonded to oxygen and carboxyethyl groups. It is often recognized for its potential applications in various fields, including medicine and materials science, due to its reported biological activity and ability to enhance immune function. The compound is generally considered to be a white or off-white powder, exhibiting low solubility in water but may dissolve in organic solvents. Its stability and reactivity can vary based on environmental conditions, such as pH and temperature. Additionally, carboxyethylgermanium sesquioxide is of interest for its potential antioxidant properties, making it a subject of research in health-related applications. However, as with any chemical substance, proper handling and safety precautions are essential due to its chemical nature.
Formula:C6H10Ge2O7
InChI:InChI=1S/C6H10Ge2O7/c9-5(10)1-3-7(13)15-8(14)4-2-6(11)12/h1-4H2,(H,9,10)(H,11,12)
InChI key:InChIKey=XEABSBMNTNXEJM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:O=C(O)CC[Ge](=O)O[Ge](=O)CCC(=O)O
- Synonyms:
- 2-(Carboxyethyl)germanium sesquioxide
- 3,3'-(1,3-Dioxodigermoxane-1,3-Diyl)Dipropanoic Acid
- 3,3-(1,3-Dioxo-1,3-Digermoxanediyl)-Bispropionic
- 3,3′-(1,3-Dioxo-1,3-digermoxanediyl)bis[propanoic acid]
- 3-[(2-Hydroperoxyprop-2-Enyl-Oxo-Germyl)Oxy-Oxo-Germyl]Propanoic Acid
- 3-[[2-Carboxyethyl(oxo)germyl]oxy-oxogermyl]propanoic acid
- Arlamol GEO
- Bis(2-carboxyethylgermanium sesquioxide)
- Ge 132
- NSC 267004
- See more synonyms
- Propanoic acid, 3,3′-(1,3-dioxo-1,3-digermoxanediyl)bis-
- Proxigermanium
- Rapagermanium
- Repagermanium
- Serocion
- Sk 818
- β-Carboxyethylgermanium sesquioxide
- Carboxyethylgermanium sesquioxide