A-Ketoglutaric Acid
Nutritional Supplements 2025-03-11
Molecular Formula: C5H6O5
Molecular Weight: 146.098
CAS No.: 328-50-7
Product name:α-Ketoglutaric Acid
It is an important biomolecule and one of the important intermediate products in the tricarboxylic acid cycle. It is a nitrogen transporter and a symbiotic substance in molecular oxidation. It plays an important role in the metabolism of microbial cells and is also an important precursor for the synthesis of various amino acids and proteins.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | C₅H₆O₅ |
| CAS Number | 328-50-7 |
| Molecular Weight | 146.1 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 113.5°C |
| Solubility | Soluble in water and alcohol; insoluble in ether |
| Safety | Non-toxic; decomposes at 240°C |
| Key Uses | Sports nutrition, biochemical reagent, liver function test, brain precursor |
| Market Applications | Chemicals, photography, food, agriculture |
| Safety Instructions | S26 (eye rinse), S37/39 (gloves/goggles); R36/37/38 (irritant) |
| Production | Synthesized via chemical processes |
| Storage | Cool, dry place away from light; 2-8°C recommended |
Description
It is a white to off-white crystalline powder, tasteless, odorless. It is soluble in water, alcohol, sparely soluble in ether; long-term storage becomes light gray yellow, easy to deliquesce.
Application
It is mainly used as an ingredient in sports nutrition drinks. It is an important metabolic intermediate in the microbial tricarboxylic acid cycle and a key link in the intracellular carbon-nitrogen metabolism.
