Product Information
Name:4,5-Dihydroxy-2,3-Pentanedione
Brand:Biosynth
Description:4,5-Dihydroxy-2,3-pentanedione is a carbonyl compound that is the product of the oxidation of ascorbic acid. It is used in wastewater treatment and has antimicrobial properties against infectious diseases. This compound has been shown to inhibit protein synthesis by binding to the ribosome and preventing the formation of peptide bonds between amino acids. 4,5-Dihydroxy-2,3-pentanedione has also been shown to bind to plasma proteins, which may be due to its acyl chain structure. 4,5-Dihydroxy-2,3-pentanedione can be synthesized in a catalytic mechanism that involves dehydroascorbic acid and molecular oxygen.
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Chemical properties
Molecular weight:132.11 g/mol
Formula:C5H8O4
Purity:Min. 95%
Color/Form:Powder
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