(−)-Menthyloxyacetic acid (CAS 40248-63-3)
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(−)-Menthyloxyacetic acid is a derivative of (−)-menthol, which is a well-known compound with a characteristic minty odor. In biochemistry, (−)-menthyloxyacetic acid is of interest due to its potential role as a precursor in the biosynthesis of certain products. (−)-Menthyloxyacetic acid undergo enzymatic transformations in certain organisms, leading to the formation of biologically active molecules. The structural features of (−)-menthyloxyacetic acid make it a suitable substrate for specific enzymes, allowing for the production of diverse chemical entities. The reactivity of (−)-Menthyloxyacetic acid under biological conditions provides insight into the mechanisms of enzymatic catalysis and metabolic pathways. The study of (−)-menthyloxyacetic acid in biochemistry contributes to our understanding of product biosynthesis and enzymatic reactions in living organisms.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
(−)-Menthyloxyacetic acid, 1 g | sc-252995 | 1 g | $47.00 |