2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate

Name: 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-048538

About 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate

2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate (CAS 17510-99-5) is a process intermediate or related compound of Gluconic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C6H10O6, corresponding to a molecular weight of 178.14 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (4S,5S)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-oxohexanoic acid. It is also known as 3-Deoxy-2-oxo-D-gluconate or 2-keto-3-deoxy-L-galactonic acid.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Gluconic acid, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Gluconic acid

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate
Catalogue No.	VQ-048538
CAS Number	17510-99-5
IUPAC name	(4S,5S)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-oxohexanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₆
Molecular weight	178.14 g/mol
Exact mass	178.0477
InChIKey	WPAMZTWLKIDIOP-UCORVYFPSA-N
SMILES	C([C@@H]([C@H](CO)O)O)C(=O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	11309850

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 6
TPSA	115 Å²
Synonyms	3-Deoxy-2-oxo-D-gluconate, 2-keto-3-deoxy-L-galactonic acid, 3-deoxy-L-threo-hex-2-ulosonic acid, L-Threo-2-hexulosonic acid, 3-deoxy, L-threo-3-deoxyhexulosonic acid, 2-dehydro-3-deoxy-L-galactonic acid

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate is 17510-99-5. It is also known as 3-Deoxy-2-oxo-D-gluconate, 2-keto-3-deoxy-L-galactonic acid, 3-deoxy-L-threo-hex-2-ulosonic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate?

2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate has the molecular formula C6H10O6 and a molecular weight of 178.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (4S,5S)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-oxohexanoic acid.

What is 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate used for?

2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Gluconic acid. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate can I order?

We supply 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export 2-Keto-3-Deoxygluconate worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.