Description

Disodium 2-Oxosuccinate is the disodium salt of oxaloacetic acid, a key intermediate in the Krebs cycle. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile biochemical building block and chelating agent in various industrial and research applications. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and chemical synthesis sectors seeking a high-purity, water-soluble intermediate.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical substrate or standard in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Food & Beverage Additives: Acts as a pH regulator, preservative, or flavor enhancer in certain food processing applications.
• Chelating Agent: Utilized in cleaning formulations and water treatment processes to bind metal ions.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Incorporated into skincare products for its potential antioxidant and buffering properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a starting material or catalyst in organic synthesis reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Disodium 2-Oxosuccinate
CAS No.	300-01-6
Molecular Formula	C4H2Na2O5
Molecular Weight	190.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Disodium Oxaloacetate; Oxaloacetic Acid Disodium Salt; Sodium Oxaloacetate; 2-Oxosuccinic Acid Disodium Salt; Disodium Ketosuccinate; OAA Disodium Salt; Oxobutanedioic Acid Disodium Salt
EINECS	206-071-4

Quality Control

Our Disodium 2-Oxosuccinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
pH (5% Solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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