5-Keto-D-gluconic acid hemicalcium salt

CAS: 3470-36-8

Ref. 3D-MK29837

Product Information

• Name: 5-Keto-D-gluconic acid hemicalcium salt
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 5-Keto-D-gluconic acid hemicalcium salt (5KDG) is an intermediate in the pentose phosphate pathway. It is a molecule that contains five carbon atoms, one double bond, and two hydroxyl groups. 5KDG has been found to be an effective inhibitor of gluconobacter, a type of bacteria which produces D-gluconic acid. The enzyme 5KDG dehydrogenase catalyzes the conversion of 5KDG into D-gluconate. 5KDG has been shown to have antiepileptic effects and can be used for the treatment of epilepsy.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 213.17 g/mol
• Formula: C₆H₉O₇Ca
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder