5-Hydroxy-2-oxopentanoic acid CAS 104092-74-2
| CAS No. | 104092-74-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H8O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 132.11 g/mol |
| Category | Pharmaceutical Standards / API Standards |
| Availability | In Stock |
Chemical Structure
Description
Based on its molecular formula C5H8O4, 5-Hydroxy-2-oxopentanoic acid contains a carbohydrate-derived structure; these features give the compound characteristic functional-group stretching vibrations in infrared spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 132.11 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry.
5-Hydroxy-2-oxopentanoic acid (CAS 104092-74-2), molecular formula C5H8O4 and molecular weight 132.11 g/mol, is a CATO reference standard with documented purity and traceability.
Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.
CATO manufactures 5-Hydroxy-2-oxopentanoic acid under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C5H8O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 132.11 g/mol |
| Purity | 97%+ |
| Storage | Store at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry |
| Solubility (reference) | Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water |
| Stability | Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening |
| Degree of Unsaturation (DBE) | 2.0 |
| CAS Registry Year (est.) | 1986 |
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