Description
2-Ketoglutaric acid Sodium (Alpha-Ketoglutaric acid Sodium) is an intermediate in the production of ATP or GTP in the Krebs cycle. 2-Ketoglutaric acid Sodium also acts as the major carbon skeleton for nitrogen-assimilatory reactions. 2-Ketoglutaric acid Sodium is a reversible inhibitor of tyrosinase (IC50=15 mM).
Product information
CAS Number: 22202-68-2
Molecular Weight: 168.08
Formula: C5H5NaO5
Chemical Name: sodium 4-carboxy-2-oxobutanoate
Smiles: [Na+].[O-]C(=O)C(=O)CCC(O)=O
InChiKey: MOTOGHHLNTXPTI-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChi: InChI=1S/C5H6O5.Na/c6-3(5(9)10)1-2-4(7)8;/h1-2H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10);/q;+1/p-1
Technical Data
Appearance: Solid Power
Purity: ≥98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)
Shipping Condition: Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical or refer to Certificate of Analysis
Storage Condition: Dry, dark and -20 oC for 1 year or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.
Shelf Life: ≥12 months if stored properly.
Stock Solution Storage: 0 - 4 oC for 1 month or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.
Drug Formulation: To be determined
HS Tariff Code: 382200
How to use
In Vitro:
2-Ketoglutaric acid Sodium (Alpha-Ketoglutaric acid Sodium) has other physiological capabilities including reduction of ammonia level formed in the lung and general ammonia detoxification, protective role against lipid peroxidation and neuroprotective effect against cyanide poisoning. 2-Ketoglutaric acid Sodium acts as precursor for the synthesis of amino acids and nucleotides.
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