CAS 498-21-5

Methylsuccinic acid

Description:

Methylsuccinic acid, with the CAS number 498-21-5, is a dicarboxylic acid characterized by its two carboxyl functional groups (-COOH) and a methyl group attached to the succinic acid backbone. It exists in two isomeric forms: 2-methylsuccinic acid and 3-methylsuccinic acid, which differ in the position of the methyl group. This compound is a colorless, crystalline solid that is soluble in water and polar organic solvents. Methylsuccinic acid is known for its role in various biochemical pathways, particularly in the metabolism of certain amino acids and fatty acids. It can be synthesized through the catalytic hydrogenation of maleic anhydride or by the methylation of succinic acid. The compound has applications in the production of biodegradable polymers, pharmaceuticals, and as a building block in organic synthesis. Additionally, it exhibits properties such as being a weak acid, with a pKa that allows it to participate in acid-base reactions, making it useful in various chemical processes.

Formula: C₅H₈O₄

InChI: InChI=1S/C5H8O4/c1-3(5(8)9)2-4(6)7/h3H,2H2,1H3,(H,6,7)(H,8,9)

InChI key: InChIKey=WXUAQHNMJWJLTG-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• (Plus-Minus)-Methylsuccinic Acid
• (±)-α-Methylsuccinic acid
• 1,2-Propanedicarboxylic acid
• 2-Methyl-succinic acid
• 2-Methylbutane-1,4-dioic acid
• 2-Methylbutanedioic Acid
• 2-Methylsuccinic acid
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-Methylbutanedioic acid
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-Methylsuccinic acid
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-α-Methylsuccinic acid
• Butanedioic acid, 2-methyl-
• Butanedioic acid, methyl-
• Methyl Succinic Acid
• Methyl-Butanediolc
• Methylbutanedioic acid
• Methylsuccinicacid
• NSC 5276
• Pyrotartaric Acid
• R,S-2-Methylbutanedioic acid

Methylsuccinic Acid

CAS: 498-21-5

Formula: C₅H₈O₄

Purity: >99.0%(T)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 132.12

Ref: 3B-M0430

Methylsuccinic acid, 99%

CAS: 498-21-5

Methylsuccinic acid is used as a flux material and an important dyestuff intermediate. It is also used as an intermediate in medicine and pharmaceuticals. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information

Formula: C₅H₈O₄

Purity: 99%

Molecular weight: 132.12

Ref: 02-H60967

2-Methylsuccinic acid

CAS: 498-21-5

Formula: C₅H₈O₄

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 132.1146

Ref: IN-DA0032A1

Methylsuccinic acid

CAS: 498-21-5

Methylsuccinic acid

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 132.11g/mol

Ref: 54-OR937273

2-Methylsuccinic acid

CAS: 498-21-5

2-Methylsuccinic acid

Purity: ≥98%

Molecular weight: 132.115g/mol

Ref: 54-BUP19036

2-Methylsuccinic acid

CAS: 498-21-5

2-Methylsuccinic acid, a human metabolite, marks ethylmalonic encephalopathy with specific symptoms and genetic traits.

Formula: C₅H₈O₄

Purity: 99.31%

Color and Shape: Physical Description White Or Yellowish Crystals Or Beige Powder (Ntp 1992)

Molecular weight: 132.11

Ref: TM-T5231

Methylsuccinic Acid

CAS: 498-21-5

Formula: C₅H₈O₄

Color and Shape: White To Off-White

Molecular weight: 132.12

Ref: TR-M329045

2-Methylsuccinic acid

CAS: 498-21-5

Formula: C₅H₈O₄

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 132.115

Ref: 10-F241272