3-Methyl-2-oxobutanoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 3-Methyl-2-oxobutanoate; Sodium 3-Methyl-2-oxobutyrate; Sodium Dimethylpyruvate; Sodium α-Ketoisovalerate; Sodium α-Oxoisovalerate
An α-keto ester derivative.
Synonyms
3-Methyl-2-oxobutanoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 3-Methyl-2-oxobutanoate; Sodium 3-Methyl-2-oxobutyrate; Sodium Dimethylpyruvate; Sodium α-Ketoisovalerate; Sodium α-Oxoisovalerate
Molecular Formula
C₅H₇NaO₃
Melting Point
>213°C (dec.)
Solubility
Water (Slightly)
Method for Determining Identity
1H NMR (D20) and Mass Spectrometric Analysis
TLC Conditions
C18; Acetonitrile: Water: Ammonium Hydroxide=9:1:0:1; Visualized with (UV 280NM) nd KMnO4; Single Spot, Rf=0.60
Elemental Analysis
Calculated: %C: 43.59; %H: 5.11
Sodium Content (Ion Chromatography
As Reported
Storage and Stability
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at 4°C. Stable for 6 months after receipt.
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
Toxicity and Hazards
All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
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