Pyruvic Acid PurReagent, >=99.0%

PurReagent


Linear Formula:  C3H4O3
Molecular Weight:  88.06 g/mol
CAS Number: 127-17-3

Properties

Vapour pressure 1.72hPa at 25
Water Solubility Miscible
Assay Purity >=99%
Refractive index n20/D 1.428
B pt. 165 °C
M pt. 11-12 °C
Density 1.267 g/mL
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H314
Precautionary Statement  P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P310 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P363 - P405
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29183090
Flash point 183 °F
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials
UN Number 3265

Description

Application
Pyruvic acid is used in biochemical research pharmaceuticals cosmetics and as an intermediate in the synthesis of various chemicals.

Purpose
The purpose of pyruvic acid is to serve as a central metabolic compound in energy production and as a precursor for the biosynthesis of several important biomolecules.

General Description
Pyruvic acid is a three-carbon organic keto acid (C3H4O3) that is a key intermediate in carbohydrate metabolism.