Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of diammonium 2-(carboxymethyl)-2-hydroxybutanedioate (CAS: 3012-65-5)?
Answer
Diammonium 2-(carboxymethyl)-2-hydroxybutanedioate is widely used in pharmaceuticals as a metal chelator to prevent oxidative damage. It also finds applications in industrial processes for metal ion removal and in food science as a stabilizer. In research settings, it is used for its buffering and sequestering properties. Its versatility makes it a key component in various chemical formulations.
About
CAS No
3012-65-5
English Name
diammonium 2-(carboxymethyl)-2-hydroxybutanedioate
Molecular Formula
C6H6N2O7
Molecular Weight
218.1210 g/mol
SMILES
[NH4+].[NH4+].OC(=O)CC(O)(CC(=O)[O-])C(=O)[O-]
InChIKey
YXVFQADLFFNVDS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
