(2R,3R)-2,3-Bis(acetyloxy)butanedioic acid CAS 51591-38-9

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.51591-38-9
Molecular FormulaC8H10O8
Molecular Weight234.16 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

(2R,3R)-2,3-Bis(acetyloxy)butanedioic acid CAS 51591-38-9 chemical structure

Description

(2R,3R)-2,3-Bis(acetyloxy)butanedioic acid (CAS 51591-38-9) is a high-purity pharmaceutical standards reference standard from CATO, an ISO 17034 accredited reference material producer. Molecular formula: C8H10O8. Molecular weight: 234.16 g/mol. Each batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (COA).

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC8H10O8
Molecular Weight234.16 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Purity97%+
StorageStore in a cool place (≤25°C), keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)4.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1971

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