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(±)-2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid (CAS 617-73-2)

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Alternate Names:
(±)-2-Hydroxycaprylic acid
Application:
(±)-2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid is an inhibitor of purified ACSM (medium-chain acyl-CoA synthase)
CAS Number:
617-73-2
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
160.21
Molecular Formula:
C8H16O3
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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(±)-2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid is a compound that functions as a chiral building block in organic synthesis. It can be used to create various derivatives and analogs. (±)-2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid′s mechanism of action involves participating in reactions that lead to the formation of new compounds with specific stereochemical properties. (±)-2-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid can serve as a starting material for the synthesis of complex molecules to explore the structure-activity relationships of various compounds. In experimental applications, (±)-2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid can be utilized to investigate the impact of stereochemistry on the biological activity of certain molecules. Its role in development involves contributing to the creation of diverse chemical libraries for screening and testing purposes. (±)-2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid′s functional role lies in its ability to facilitate the synthesis of novel compounds with potential applications in various scientific fields.


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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

(±)-2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid, 1 g

sc-213833
1 g
$70.00

(±)-2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid, 5 g

sc-213833A
5 g
$295.00