CAS 147-73-9

meso-Tartaric acid

Description:

meso-Tartaric acid, with the CAS number 147-73-9, is a naturally occurring organic compound that belongs to the class of dicarboxylic acids. It is a stereoisomer of tartaric acid, characterized by its unique meso configuration, which means it has two chiral centers but is achiral overall due to an internal plane of symmetry. This compound is typically found in various fruits, particularly grapes, and is often used in the food and beverage industry as a stabilizing agent and acidulant. In addition to its culinary applications, meso-tartaric acid plays a role in the production of certain pharmaceuticals and is utilized in the synthesis of various chemical compounds. It is soluble in water and exhibits properties such as being a weak acid, with a pKa value indicating its ability to donate protons in solution. The compound is also recognized for its ability to form complexes with metal ions, which can be significant in various chemical processes. Overall, meso-tartaric acid is valued for its versatility and functionality in both industrial and laboratory settings.

Formula: C₄H₆O₆

InChI: InChI=1/C4H6O6/c5-1(3(7)8)2(6)4(9)10/h1-2,5-6H,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)/t1-,2+

InChI key: InChIKey=FEWJPZIEWOKRBE-XIXRPRMCNA-N

SMILES: [C@H]([C@H](C(O)=O)O)(C(O)=O)O

Synonyms:

• (2R,3S)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid
• (2S)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid
• (R,S)-Tartaric acid
• Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-, (2R,3S)-rel-
• Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-, (R*,S*)-
• Erythraric acid
• Mesotartaric acid
• Mesotartaric acid monohydrate
• Mesotartaricacid
• Tartaric acid, meso, monohydrate
• Tartaric acid, meso-
• i-Tartaric acid
• meso-Tartaric acid

Mesotartaric Acid Monohydrate

CAS: 147-73-9, 5990-63-6

Formula: C₄H₆O₆·H₂O

Purity: >90.0%(HPLC)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 168.11

Ref: 3B-M0070

Mesotartaric Acid Monohydrate

Controlled Product

CAS: 147-73-9

Applications Mesotartaric Acid Monohydrate (cas# 147-73-9) is a useful research chemical.

Formula: C₄H₆O₆·H₂O

Color and Shape: White To Off-White

Molecular weight: 168.102

Ref: TR-M225773