Description

3-Dehydroquinic Acid Potassium Salt, also known as (1R,3R,4S)-1,3,4-Trihydroxy-5-oxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid potassium salt, is a key biochemical intermediate in the shikimate pathway. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development in metabolic pathway analysis and enzyme inhibition studies. It serves as a critical standard and precursor for pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science applications requiring precise biochemical tools.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical intermediate for studying the shikimate pathway in plants and microorganisms.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in assays targeting enzymes like dehydroquinate synthase (DHQS).
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block or reference standard in the development of novel antimicrobial and herbicidal agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Investigated for the development of next-generation herbicides that target essential plant metabolic pathways.
• Metabolite Analysis: Used as an analytical standard in LC-MS and HPLC for quantifying metabolic flux in biological systems.
• Academic & Institutional Research: A vital tool for universities and research institutes conducting fundamental studies in biochemistry and plant physiology.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Dehydroquinic Acid Potassium Salt
CAS No.	494211-79-9
Molecular Formula	C7H9KO6
Molecular Weight	228.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,3R,4S)-1,3,4-Trihydroxy-5-oxocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium 3-Dehydroquinate; 3-Dehydroquinic Acid K Salt; 3-Dehydroquinate Potassium Salt; DHQ Potassium Salt; 5-Dehydroquinic Acid Potassium Salt (common misnomer); 3-Dehydro-D-quinic Acid Potassium Salt
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Quality Control

Our 3-Dehydroquinic Acid Potassium Salt is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to ISO 9001 quality management principles, and our analytical methods, including HPLC and NMR, are validated to provide reliable data for critical research and development work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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