| CAS No. | 33012-62-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H8O7 |
| Molecular Weight | 180.11 g/mol |
| Category | Pharmaceutical Standards / API Standards |
| Availability | In Stock |
(2R,3r,4S)-2,3,4-trihydroxypentanedioic acid (CAS 33012-62-3), molecular formula C5H8O7 and molecular weight 180.11 g/mol, is a CATO reference standard with documented purity and traceability.
(2R,3r,4S)-2,3,4-trihydroxypentanedioic acid (C5H8O7) contains a carbohydrate-derived structure. It is notably hygroscopic, the carboxyl group imparts weak acidity; these physicochemical properties determine the optimal preparation and storage of its standard solutions.
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 (2R,3r,4S)-2,3,4-trihydroxypentanedioic 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.
| Molecular Formula | C5H8O7 |
| Molecular Weight | 180.11 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.) | 1966 |