CAS 2174-58-5
:(S)-2-methylsuccinic acid
Description:
(S)-2-methylsuccinic acid is a chiral dicarboxylic acid characterized by its two carboxyl functional groups (-COOH) and a methyl group attached to the second carbon of the succinic acid backbone. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow solid at room temperature and is soluble in water due to the presence of its polar carboxylic acid groups. The (S) configuration indicates that it has a specific spatial arrangement of its atoms, which can influence its reactivity and interactions in biological systems. It is used in various applications, including organic synthesis and as a building block in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The compound can participate in various chemical reactions, such as esterification and decarboxylation, making it versatile in synthetic chemistry. Additionally, its chirality may impart unique properties in biological contexts, potentially affecting its behavior in enzymatic reactions or interactions with biological receptors.
Formula:C5H8O4
InChI:InChI=1/C5H8O4/c1-3(5(8)9)2-4(6)7/h3H,2H2,1H3,(H,6,7)(H,8,9)/t3-/m0/s1
SMILES:C[C@@H](CC(=O)O)C(=O)O
Synonyms:- (S)-(-)-Methylsuccinic acid
- (2S)-2-methylbutanedioic acid
- S-(-)-2-Methyl butanedioic acid
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(S)-(-)-Methylsuccinic acid
CAS:(S)-(-)-Methylsuccinic acidFormula:C5H8O4Purity:98%Color and Shape: white solidMolecular weight:132.11g/mol
