2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid

• CAT Number: L003701
• CAS Number: 617-73-2
• Molecular Formula: C8H16O3
• Molecular Weight: 160.21
• Purity: ≥95%
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite
• IUPAC Name: 2-hydroxyoctanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H16O3/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7(9)8(10)11/h7,9H,2-6H2,1H3,(H,10,11)
• InChIKey: JKRDADVRIYVCCY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCCCCCC(C(=O)O)O

2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid (Cat.No:L003701) is a vital organic compound with significant applications in the field of biochemistry and pharmaceuticals. Also known as 2-hydroxycaprylic acid, it is an important intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and biologically active compounds. Its hydroxyl group imparts unique reactivity and biological activity, making it a valuable building block in drug development.