Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Zinc 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylate (3:2) (CAS: 16039-53-5)?
Answer
Zinc 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylate (3:2) is widely used in pharmaceuticals as a metal chelator to enhance drug stability. It also finds applications in industrial processes, particularly in the production of coatings and adhesives, and in food preservation as an antioxidant. Additionally, it is used in research for its ability to bind and neutralize metal ions.
About
CAS No
16039-53-5
English Name
Zinc 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylate (3:2)
Molecular Formula
C12H10O14Zn3
Molecular Weight
243.52 g/mol
SMILES
C(C(=O)[O-])C(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.C(C(=O)[O-])C(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.[Zn+2].[Zn+2].[Zn+2]
InChIKey
WGIWBXUNRXCYRA-UHFFFAOYSA-H
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
