Description

Ketohypoglycin is a naturally occurring hypoglycemic amino acid derivative, identified by CAS number 5746-24-7. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research due to its potent biological activity. It serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, and agrochemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a key reference standard and biochemical tool for studying hypoglycemic mechanisms and metabolic disorders.
• Life Science Studies: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for investigating the toxicology and metabolism of related natural products.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a lead compound or intermediate in the research and synthesis of novel bioactive agents.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for method development and quality control in analytical laboratories.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Used to inhibit specific enzymes in vitro, aiding in the mapping of biochemical pathways related to fatty acid oxidation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ketohypoglycin
CAS No.	5746-24-7
Molecular Formula	C₇H₁₁NO₃
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	L-α-Amino-methylenecyclopropylacetic acid; (S)-2-Amino-4-methylenecyclopropane-1-butanoic acid; Hypoglycin A ketone; Methylenecyclopropylpyruvic acid; MCPA; 2-Amino-4-methylenecyclopropylbutanoic acid; 2-Amino-4-methylene-1-cyclopropanebutanoic acid
EINECS	227-266-4

Quality Control

Our Ketohypoglycin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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