[2S,3R,(-)]-2,3-Dihydroxybutyric acid

• CAT Number: M080922
• CAS Number: 15851-58-8
• Molecular Formula: C4H8O4
• Molecular Weight: 120.10
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Store at RT
• IUPAC Name: (2S,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H8O4/c1-2(5)3(6)4(7)8/h2-3,5-6H,1H3,(H,7,8)/t2-,3+/m1/s1
• InChIKey: LOUGYXZSURQALL-GBXIJSLDSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C(C(=O)O)O)O

[2S,3R,(-)]-2,3-Dihydroxybutyric acid（Cat No.:M080922） is an optically active form of dihydroxybutyric acid, which features specific configuration at the second and third carbon atoms — designated as S and R, respectively. This organic compound, with the chemical formula C4H8O4, possesses two hydroxyl groups attached to a four-carbon backbone. It is known for its role in metabolism, particularly in the catabolism of amino acids and fatty acids. This acid is also studied for its potential in medical applications, as it can serve as a biomarker for metabolic disorders.