3-Phenylbutyric acid

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  • CAT Number: I015093
  • CAS Number: 4593-90-2
  • Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂
  • Molecular Weight: 164.21
  • Purity: ≥95%
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3-Phenylbutyric Acid(CAT: I015093) is an aromatic short-chain fatty acid with notable applications in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. This compound is a structural analog of phenylacetic acid and has been studied for its potential roles in modulating metabolic pathways, particularly in lipid metabolism and insulin sensitivity. Additionally, it serves as a precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. 3-Phenylbutyric Acid is also used in research to explore its anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties, contributing to the understanding of its potential therapeutic applications in metabolic disorders and neurodegenerative diseases.


Catalog Number I015093
CAS Number 4593-90-2
Molecular Formula C₁₀H₁₂O₂
Purity ≥95%
Target Endogenous Metabolite
IUPAC Name 3-phenylbutanoic acid
InChI InChI=1S/C10H12O2/c1-8(7-10(11)12)9-5-3-2-4-6-9/h2-6,8H,7H2,1H3,(H,11,12)
InChIKey ZZEWMYILWXCRHZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES CC(CC(=O)O)C1=CC=CC=C1

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