CAS 497-15-4

2-Hydroxypropanedial

Description:

2-Hydroxypropanedial, also known as glyceraldehyde, is an organic compound characterized by its structure as a three-carbon aldehyde with a hydroxyl group. It has the molecular formula C3H6O2 and features both an aldehyde functional group and a hydroxyl group, making it an important intermediate in various biochemical pathways, particularly in carbohydrate metabolism. This compound is typically a colorless liquid with a sweet taste and is soluble in water due to its ability to form hydrogen bonds. 2-Hydroxypropanedial is known for its reactivity, particularly in condensation reactions, and can participate in the Maillard reaction, which is significant in food chemistry. It is also a key building block in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and other organic compounds. Due to its aldehyde functionality, it can undergo oxidation to form carboxylic acids or reduction to yield alcohols. Safety considerations include its potential irritant properties, necessitating careful handling in laboratory and industrial settings.

Formula: C₃H₄O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C3H4O3/c4-1-3(6)2-5/h1-3,6H

InChI key: InChIKey=NVXLIZQNSVLKPO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C=O)(C=O)O

Synonyms:

• (2E)-2,3-dihydroxyprop-2-enal
• 2-Hydroxymalonaldehyde
• 2-Hydroxymalondialdehyde
• 2-Hydroxypropanedial
• Brn 1740168
• Glucic acid
• Glucose-reductone
• Propanedial, 2-hydroxy-
• Propanedial, hydroxy-
• Propanedial, hydroxy- (9CI)
• Reductone
• Tartronal
• Tartronaldehyde
• Tartronic aldehyde
• Triose reductone

Hydroxypropanedial

Controlled Product

CAS: 497-15-4

Applications Hydroxypropanedial (cas# 497-15-4) is a compound useful in organic synthesis.
References Eistert, B., et al.: Chem. Ber., 88, 939 (1955)

Formula: C₃H₄O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 88.06

Ref: TR-H952475

Hydroxypropanedial

CAS: 497-15-4

Hydroxypropanedial is a hydroxy group-containing compound that is not found in natural sources. It has antioxidative properties, which may be due to its ability to scavenge reactive oxygen species or donate hydrogen atoms to free radicals. The compound also has cyclohexane ring and carbonyl groups, which are responsible for the hydroxyl and carboxylic acid functionalities respectively. This substance is used as a chromatographic reagent to measure second-order rate constants of reactions involving hydroxyl radicals. Hydroxypropanedial absorbs light strongly at wavelengths shorter than 300 nm, which is the most effective wavelength range for uv absorption in biological systems.

Formula: C₃H₄O₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Off-White To Light (Or Pale) Brown Solid

Molecular weight: 88.06 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FH24484