3-Ethoxy-3-oxopropanoic acid

3-Ethoxy-3-oxopropanoic acid

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CAS 1071-46-1

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Overview

3-Ethoxy-3-oxopropanoic acid (Monoethyl malonic acid) belongs to the class of organic compounds known as dicarboxylic acids and derivatives. These are organic compounds containing exactly two carboxylic acid groups. 3-Ethoxy-3-oxopropanoic acid exists as a solid, soluble (in water), and a weakly acidic compound (based on its pKa). 3-Ethoxy-3-oxopropanoic acid has been primarily detected in blood. Within the cell, monoethyl malonic acid is primarily located in the cytoplasm.

Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC5H8O4
Molecular Weight132.11
CAS Numbers1071-46-1
SolubilityDMSO
Purity98% by HPLC
SMILES CodeCCOC(=O)CC(O)=O

Storage and Handling

0C Short Term, -20C Long Term

References

Boulat O, et al. Organic acids in the second morning urine in a healthy Swiss paediatric population. Clin Chem Lab Med. 2003 Dec;41[12] 1642-58.