Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Potassium sodium (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinate hydrate (1:1:1:4) (CAS: 6381-59-5)?
Answer
Potassium sodium (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinate hydrate (1:1:1:4) is primarily used in pharmaceuticals as a buffering agent and chelator, in industrial processes for metal ion removal, and in research for analytical purposes. It also serves as a food additive to regulate pH and as a component in specialized chemical formulations requiring controlled ionic interactions. Its applications are supported by its unique chemical structure and solubility properties.
About
CAS No
6381-59-5
English Name
Potassium sodium (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinate hydrate (1:1:1:4)
Molecular Formula
C4H12KNaO10
Molecular Weight
282.2201 g/mol
SMILES
O[C@H]([C@H](C(=O)[O-])O)C(=O)[O-].[Na+].[K+].O.O.O.O
InChIKey
VZOPRCCTKLAGPN-ZFJVMAEJSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
