4-O-Methyl-D-glucuronic Acid

• CAT Number: R040912
• CAS Number: 4120-73-4
• Molecular Formula: C7H12O7
• Molecular Weight: 208.166
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 4-O-Methylglucuronic Acid
• Storage: -20 ℃
• IUPAC Name: (2S,3S,4R,5R)-2,4,5-trihydroxy-3-methoxy-6-oxohexanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H12O7/c1-14-6(5(11)7(12)13)4(10)3(9)2-8/h2-6,9-11H,1H3,(H,12,13)/t3-,4+,5-,6-/m0/s1
• InChIKey: QGGOCWIJGWDKHC-FSIIMWSLSA-N
• SMILES: COC(C(C(C=O)O)O)C(C(=O)O)O

4-O-Methyl-D-glucuronic acid is a sugar acid derivative, essential in various biochemical processes, including the biosynthesis of glycosaminoglycans, an important component of connective tissues. This compound plays a crucial role in cellular signaling, inflammation, and detoxification pathways. Its modification by methylation enhances its stability and biological activity, contributing to its diverse functions in physiological and pathological processes within the body.