CAS 503-49-1
:3-Hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid
Description:
3-Hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid, also known as HMG acid, is an organic compound characterized by its hydroxyl and carboxylic acid functional groups. It is a colorless to pale yellow solid that is soluble in water and polar organic solvents. The molecular structure features a branched chain with a hydroxyl group attached to the central carbon, contributing to its reactivity and potential biological activity. HMG acid plays a significant role in metabolic pathways, particularly in the synthesis of mevalonate, which is a precursor for cholesterol and other isoprenoids. It is also involved in the biosynthesis of certain amino acids and is important in various biochemical processes. The compound has been studied for its potential therapeutic applications, including its role in cholesterol-lowering treatments and as a supplement in certain metabolic disorders. Due to its biological significance, 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid is of interest in both pharmaceutical and nutritional research.
Formula:C6H10O5
InChI:InChI=1S/C6H10O5/c1-6(11,2-4(7)8)3-5(9)10/h11H,2-3H2,1H3,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)
InChI key:InChIKey=NPOAOTPXWNWTSH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(C(CC(O)=O)(C)O)C(O)=O
Synonyms:- 3-(Hydroxymethyl)Pentanedioic Acid
- 3-Hydroxy-3-methylpentanedioic acid
- 3-Methyl-3-hydroxyglutaric acid
- 3-Methyl-3-hydroxypentanedioic acid
- Cb 337
- Dicrotalic acid
- Glutaric acid, 3-hydroxy-3-methyl-
- Lipoglutaren
- Medroglutaric acid
- Meglutol
- Mevalon
- NSC 361411
- Pentanedioic acid, 3-hydroxy-3-methyl-
- β-Hydroxy-β-methylglutaric acid
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3-Hydroxy-3-methylglutaric Acid
CAS:Formula:C6H10O5Purity:>95.0%(T)Color and Shape:White to Light yellow powder to crystalMolecular weight:162.14Pentanedioic acid, 3-hydroxy-3-methyl-
CAS:Formula:C6H10O5Purity:98%Color and Shape:SolidMolecular weight:162.14063-Hydroxy-3-Methylpentanedioic Acid
CAS:3-Hydroxy-3-Methylpentanedioic AcidPurity:98%Molecular weight:162.14g/mol3-Hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid
CAS:Formula:C6H10O5Purity:(TLC) ≥ 95%Color and Shape:White to off-white powderMolecular weight:162.14Meglutol
CAS:<p>Meglutol, a cholesterol and triglyceride reducing antilipemic, hinders key enzymes in cholesterol biosynthesis.</p>Formula:C6H10O5Purity:99.73% - 99.94%Color and Shape:SolidMolecular weight:162.143-Hydroxy-3-methylpentane-1,5-dioic Acid
CAS:Controlled Product<p>Applications 3-Hydroxy-3-methylpentane-1,5-dioic Acid (cas# 503-49-1) is a compound useful in organic synthesis.<br></p>Formula:C6H10O5Color and Shape:NeatMolecular weight:162.143-Hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid
CAS:<p>3-Hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid is an organic acid that is a valuable intermediate in the chemical production of epidermal growth factor. 3-Hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid also has been shown to be useful as a reagent for the detection of bacterial strains, including E. coli, Salmonella enterica, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The enzyme activities of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid are not well understood, but it has been shown to have effects on congestive heart failure and bowel disease. 3-Hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid may be used in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease due to its ability to inhibit certain enzymes responsible for inflammation and pain. The long term toxicity and symptoms associated with 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid have not yet been studied, but it has been shown to have no effect on cardiac function</p>Formula:C6H10O5Purity:Min. 95%Molecular weight:162.14 g/mol
