Compound Q&A
What is Calcium bis(2-oxopropanoate) (CAS: 52009-14-0)?
Answer
Calcium bis(2-oxopropanoate), with the CAS number 52009-14-0, is a calcium salt of two molecules of 2-oxopropanoic acid (also known as pyruvic acid). It is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water and has applications in various chemical processes. This compound is commonly used in the food and pharmaceutical industries due to its stability and functional properties.
About
CAS No
52009-14-0
English Name
Calcium bis(2-oxopropanoate)
Molecular Formula
C6H6CaO6
Molecular Weight
214.19 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)C(=O)[O-].CC(=O)C(=O)[O-].[Ca+2]
InChIKey
UZWMCCLZMHPPKW-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
