Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (3S)-1,3,4-Trihydroxy-2-butanone (CAS: 533-50-6)?
Answer
The compound (3S)-1,3,4-Trihydroxy-2-butanone has a crystalline form and a molecular weight of 154.14 g/mol. It is sparingly soluble in water but miscible with ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is highly reactive, particularly with reducing agents and nucleophiles. It exhibits reducing properties and can undergo oxidation and esterification reactions.
About
CAS No
533-50-6
English Name
(3S)-1,3,4-Trihydroxy-2-butanone
Molecular Formula
C4H8O4
Molecular Weight
120.1 g/mol
SMILES
OC[C@H](O)C(=O)CO
InChIKey
UQPHVQVXLPRNCX-VKHMYHEASA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-16 13:49
