Category:
Intermediates&Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
6004-32-6
Standard:
In-house Standards,
vitamin-D intermediate
3,4-Didehydro-2-ketoglutaric acid is a specialized unsaturated keto-acid intermediate primarily synthesized via oxidative decarboxylation of alpha-ketoglutarate derivatives. Molecular Formula: C5H4O5; CAS No: 106-98-9. It serves as a critical building block in high-performance polymer synthesis and advanced pharmaceutical R&D.
Strictly store under inert atmosphere at -20°C to prevent polymerization. Requires PPE handling due to potential respiratory irritation and skin sensitization. Not approved for direct human consumption without rigorous purification.