Description

Calcium 2,4-Dioxovalerate is a specialized calcium salt of 2,4-dioxovaleric acid, a key intermediate in biochemical pathways. This compound is valued for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of essential biomolecules and fine chemicals, offering a stable and bioavailable source of the dioxovalerate moiety. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical development labs, and manufacturers of high-purity biochemical reagents.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Synthesis: Serves as a critical precursor or intermediate in the study and production of porphyrins, heme, and other tetrapyrrole compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the development and manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the 2,4-dioxovalerate structure is required.
• Enzymology Studies: Employed as a substrate or standard in enzymatic assays and metabolic pathway research, particularly those involving aminolevulinic acid synthesis.
• Nutritional & Cosmetic Ingredients: Potential application in the synthesis of specialized ingredients for nutraceutical and high-end cosmetic formulations.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium 2,4-Dioxovalerate
CAS No.	94135-15-6
Molecular Formula	C5H6CaO5 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 186.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium 2-Oxoglutarate 4-O-ethyl ester; Calcium α-Ketoglutarate 4-ethyl ester; 2,4-Dioxovaleric acid calcium salt; 4-Ethoxy-2-oxobutane-1,3-dioic acid calcium salt; Calcium 4-ethoxy-2-oxosuccinate; Oxoglutaric acid, 4-ethyl ester, calcium salt; Calcium 4-ethoxy-2-oxobutanedioate
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Quality Control

Our Calcium 2,4-Dioxovalerate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is assured through a comprehensive battery of analytical tests including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each batch is provided and available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Calcium Content	As per theoretical

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