Molecular structure of (S)-(+)-2-hydroxy-3-Methylbutyric Acid, CAS Number: 17407-55-5
(S)-(+)-2-hydroxy-3-Methylbutyric Acid (CAS 17407-55-5)
Alternate Names:
L-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid; (±)-Hydroxyisovaleric acid; 2S-Hydroxy-3-methyl-butanoic acid
Application:
(S)-(+)-2-hydroxy-3-Methylbutyric Acid is a simple a-hydroxy acid for synthesis
CAS Number:
17407-55-5
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
118.10
Molecular Formula:
C5H10O3
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.
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(S)-(+)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid is a naturally occurring metabolite derived from the essential amino acid leucine. (S)-(+)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid holds immense potential in various scientific research areas. It serves as a valuable substrate for metabolic studies, allowing researchers to delve into the intricate mechanisms of cellular processes. Although the precise mechanism of action remains incompletely understood, it is believed that (S)-(+)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid functions by inhibiting protein breakdown while stimulating protein synthesis.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
(S)-(+)-2-hydroxy-3-Methylbutyric Acid, 500 mg | sc-205500 | 500 mg | $27.00 | |||
(S)-(+)-2-hydroxy-3-Methylbutyric Acid, 1 g | sc-205500A | 1 g | $51.00 |