CAS 150-83-4: 3-hydroxybutyric acid, sodium salt
Description:3-Hydroxybutyric acid, sodium salt, also known as sodium 3-hydroxybutyrate, is a sodium salt of 3-hydroxybutyric acid, a short-chain fatty acid. It is characterized by its role as a metabolite in the human body, particularly in the context of energy metabolism and ketogenesis. This compound is typically a white, crystalline powder that is soluble in water, making it suitable for various applications in biochemistry and medicine. It is often used in research related to metabolic disorders, neurological conditions, and as a potential therapeutic agent due to its ability to influence energy production and cellular signaling pathways. The compound is generally recognized as safe when used appropriately, but its effects can vary based on dosage and individual metabolic responses. In laboratory settings, it is important to handle it with care, following standard safety protocols, as with any chemical substance. Its stability and reactivity can be influenced by environmental conditions such as pH and temperature.
Formula:C4H8NaO3
InChI:InChI=1S/C4H8O3.Na/c1-3(5)2-4(6)7;/h3,5H,2H2,1H3,(H,6,7);
InChI key:InChIKey=CWQQGENZHRKCMJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:[Na].O=C(O)CC(O)C
- Synonyms:
- <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-β-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt
- Butanoic Acid, 3-Hydroxy-, Sodium Salt (1:1)
- Butanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, monosodium salt
- Butyric acid, 3-hydroxy-, monosodium salt
- Butyric acid, 3-hydroxy-, sodium salt
- DL-beta-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt
- Dl-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid Sodium Salt
- Sodium 3-Hydroxybutanoate
- Sodium 3-hydroxybutyrate
- Sodium dl-β-hydroxybutyrate
- See more synonyms
- Sodium β-hydroxybutyrate
- β-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt