(2S,4S)-2,4,5-trihydroxypentanal CAS 55658-87-2

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.55658-87-2
Molecular FormulaC5H10O4
Molecular Weight134.13 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

(2S,4S)-2,4,5-trihydroxypentanal CAS 55658-87-2 chemical structure

Description

(2S,4S)-2,4,5-trihydroxypentanal (CAS 55658-87-2), molecular formula C5H10O4 and molecular weight 134.13 g/mol, is a CATO reference standard with documented purity and traceability.

(2S,4S)-2,4,5-trihydroxypentanal (C5H10O4) 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 (2S,4S)-2,4,5-trihydroxypentanal 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 FormulaC5H10O4
Molecular Weight134.13 g/mol
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water
StabilityHygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)1.0
CAS Registry Year (est.)1972

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