The naturally occuring isomer is the L-form which has been found in apples and many other fruits and plants. Selective alpha-amino protecting reagent for amino acid derivatives. Versatile synthon for the preparation of chiral compounds including kappa-opioid receptor agonists, 1alpha,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 analogue, and phoslactomycin B. Synonyms: 2-Hydroxybutanedioic Acid, Malic Acid, (+/-)-Malic Acid, 2-Hydroxyethane-1,2- dicarboxylic Acid, 2-Hydroxysuccinic Acid, DL-Malic Acid, Deoxytetraric Acid, E 296, FDA 2018, Hydroxysuccinic Acid, Musashi-no-Ringosan, NSC 25941, Nanoveson M, Pomalus Acid, R,S(+/-)-Malic Acid, alpha-Hydroxysuccinic Acid CAS No: 6915-15-7 Molecular Formula: C4H6O5 Molecular Weight: 134.09 Appearance: White solid Purity: 95% Melting Point: 131-133C Arsenic (As): 0.0002% Lead (Pb): 0.0002% Fumaric Acid: 1% Maleic Acid: 0.05% Water Insolubles: 0.1% Residue on Ignition: 0.1% Solubility: DMSO, Methanol Storage and Stability: Store at 4C under inert atmosphere. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
Molecular Weight:
134.09
Purity:
95%
Form:
White solid
CAS Number:
[6915-15-7]
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