Description

Sodium (S)-3-Hydroxybutyrate is the sodium salt of the (S)-enantiomer of 3-hydroxybutyric acid, a key endogenous ketone body. This high-purity chiral compound is essential for research and applications requiring stereochemical specificity, offering superior biological relevance compared to the racemic mixture. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced biochemical synthesis sectors for developing targeted metabolic modulators and chiral intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical starting material or chiral building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutics, including metabolic regulators and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Formulation: Used in the development of advanced ketone supplements aimed at supporting metabolic health, cognitive function, and athletic performance.
• Precursor for Fine Chemicals: Employed in the synthesis of other valuable chiral compounds and specialty chemicals where the (S)-configuration is required for activity.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Potential application as an energy substrate in specialized cell culture media or microbial fermentation processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium (S)-3-Hydroxybutyrate
CAS No.	127604-16-4
Molecular Formula	C4H7NaO3
Molecular Weight	126.09 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid Sodium Salt; (S)-β-Hydroxybutyrate Sodium; Sodium (S)-β-Hydroxybutyrate; (S)-BHB Sodium; (S)-3-Hydroxybutanoic Acid Sodium Salt; L-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid Sodium Salt; (S)-3-HB Na; BHB-Na (S-enantiomer)
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Quality Control

Our Sodium (S)-3-Hydroxybutyrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assay by HPLC, to ensure identity, strength, and compositional integrity. We provide full traceability and support our products with detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and nutraceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (Enantiomeric Excess)	≥99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.