| Optically active 3-hydroxybutyric acids are key intermediates of the biosynthesis and metabolism of fatty acids and exist widely in biological systems. Synonyms: Sodium 3-hydroxybutyrate, DL-3-Hydroxybutyric acid, monosodium salt CAS No: 150-83-4 Molecular Weight: 126.09 Molecular Formula: C4H7NaO3 Purity: 98%, dry matter basis (Perchloric acid titration, 0.1mol/L) Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder F-IR Spectrum: Corresponds to reference Loss on Drying: 1.5% Color of Solution (10% in water): Colorless Turbidity of Solution: Clear (max. 7.0 NTU) Storage and Stability: Powder is stable for 12 months after receipt at 4C. Hygroscopic. Under inert atmosphere. |
