Alpha Ketoglutaric Acid

We are offering our customers a wide range of Alpha Ketoglutaric Acid, which are available following Specifications :-
CAS NO.: 328-50-7
Chemical Name: 2-Oxo-1,5-pentanedioic acid
Other Name: a-Ketoglutaric Acid, alpha-keto-Glutaric acid, alpha-Oxoglutaric acid, alpha-Oxopentanedioic acid, 2-Oxoglutaric acid, 2-Ketoglutaric acid, Pentanedioic acid
Molecular Formula: C5H6O5
Molecular weight: 146.10
Characteristic: White or almost white crystals or crystalline powder. It's practically odorless and highly soluble in water.
Spec:
Appearance: White crystals
Assay: 99.0~101.0%
Transmittance: a Y97.0%
Thin Layer Chromatogram: Other substances= 0.50%
Melting point 113~117a
Application: Ammonia formed combine with Alpha-Ketoglutaric acid to reduce ammonia level. It helps reduce the loss of lean body mass in postoperative & debilitate patients. Functions in the brain as a precursor or to both GABA & glutamic acid. It's involved with the production of energy in the body.
Packing: 25kgs fiber carton or drum.