CAS 6940-58-5

1,3,5-Pentanetricarboxylic acid

Description:

1,3,5-Pentanetricarboxylic acid, also known as citric acid's structural analog, is a tricarboxylic acid characterized by the presence of three carboxyl (-COOH) groups attached to a five-carbon chain. This compound is typically a white crystalline solid at room temperature and is soluble in water due to its polar carboxylic acid groups. It exhibits acidic properties, contributing to its potential applications in various fields, including biochemistry and organic synthesis. The presence of multiple carboxylic acid groups allows it to act as a chelating agent, binding metal ions, which can be useful in various chemical processes. Additionally, 1,3,5-pentanetricarboxylic acid can participate in esterification reactions, forming esters that may have applications in the production of biodegradable plastics or as intermediates in organic synthesis. Its structural similarity to citric acid also suggests potential roles in metabolic pathways, although its specific biological functions may differ. Overall, this compound's unique structure and functional groups make it a subject of interest in both industrial and research settings.

Formula: C₈H₁₂O₆

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H12O6/c9-6(10)3-1-5(8(13)14)2-4-7(11)12/h5H,1-4H2,(H,9,10)(H,11,12)(H,13,14)

InChI key: InChIKey=ROTJZTYLACIJIG-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 1,3,5-Pentanecarboxylic acid
• 1,3,5-Pentanetricarboxylic acid
• 1,3,5-Tricarboxypentane
• 4-Carboxyheptanedioic acid
• 4-Carboxypimelic acid
• NSC 60156
• Octric acid
• Pentane-1,3,5-Tricarboxylic Acid
• Pentric acid

1,3,5-Pentanetricarboxylic Acid

CAS: 6940-58-5

Formula: C₈H₁₂O₆

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 204.1773

Ref: IN-DA003DGA

1,3,5-Pentanetricarboxylic Acid

CAS: 6940-58-5

1,3,5-Pentanetricarboxylic Acid

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 204.18g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1009143

1,3,5-Pentanetricarboxylic Acid

CAS: 6940-58-5

Formula: C₈H₁₂O₆

Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 204.18

Ref: 3B-P0075

1,3,5-Pentanetricarboxylic Acid

CAS: 6940-58-5

Formula: C₈H₁₂O₆

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Liquid, No data available.

Molecular weight: 204.178

Ref: 10-F544819