Description

2-Keto-3-Deoxy-1,7-Dicarboxyheptonic Acid is a key intermediate in the shikimate pathway, a fundamental metabolic route in plants and microorganisms. This compound is of significant interest for biochemical research and the development of novel enzyme inhibitors. It serves as a critical building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly those focused on antimicrobial and herbicide development.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A vital intermediate for studying the shikimate pathway and related enzymatic processes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used as a precursor in the synthesis of novel antimicrobial agents and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for research into next-generation herbicides that target plant-specific pathways.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor in assays for enzymes like 3-deoxy-D-arabino-heptulosonate-7-phosphate (DAHP) synthase.
• Metabolite Analysis: Used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry for metabolic profiling in plants and microbes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for fundamental and applied research in biochemistry, molecular biology, and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Keto-3-Deoxy-1,7-Dicarboxyheptonic Acid
CAS No.	99778-26-4
Molecular Formula	C9H12O9
Molecular Weight	264.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Deoxy-D-arabino-heptulosonic acid 7-phosphate (DAHP) analog; 2-Keto-3-deoxy-D-arabino-heptonate-1,7-dioic acid; KDH Acid; 3-Deoxy-D-arabino-hept-2-ulosaric acid; 2-Keto-3-deoxy-D-arabino-heptanedioic acid; 99778-26-4; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxy-6-oxoheptanedioic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Keto-3-Deoxy-1,7-Dicarboxyheptonic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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