α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+

Name: α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008667

About α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+

α-Ketoglutaric acid (CAS 328-50-7) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Puriss grade, specified at ≥99% purity. With the molecular formula C5H6O5, it has a molar mass of 146.1 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-oxopentanedioic acid. Alternative names: 2-Oxoglutaric acid and alpha-ketoglutaric acid.

The material typically appears as a white to yellow powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 114-117 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include fine chemical synthesis, catalysis and protein and peptide research. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies α-Ketoglutaric acid in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Fine chemical synthesis
Catalysis
Protein & peptide research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-008667
CAS Number	328-50-7
IUPAC name	2-oxopentanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₅H₆O₅
Molecular weight	146.1 g/mol
Exact mass	146.0215
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29171990
InChIKey	KPGXRSRHYNQIFN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(CC(=O)O)C(=O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	51

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to yellow powder
Melting point	114-117 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 5
TPSA	91.7 Å²
Synonyms	2-Oxoglutaric acid, alpha-ketoglutaric acid, 2-oxoglutarate, Oxoglutaric acid, a-ketoglutaric acid, 2-Oxo-1,5-pentanedioic acid, Pentanedioic acid, 2-oxo-, Alphaketoglutaric acid, oxogluric acid, Glutaric acid, 2-oxo-, Glutaric acid, alpha keto, ketoglutaric acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

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

Other grades of CAS 328-50-7

Cell Culture

α-Ketoglutaric acid, cell culture tested

CAS: 328-50-7
Formula: C₅H₆O₅
MW: 146.1 g/mol

VQ-046390

Plant Culture

α-Ketoglutaric acid, plant tissue culture tested

CAS: 328-50-7
Formula: C₅H₆O₅
MW: 146.1 g/mol

VQ-045567

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+ is 328-50-7. It is also known as 2-Oxoglutaric acid, alpha-ketoglutaric acid, 2-oxoglutarate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+?

α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+ has the molecular formula C5H6O5 and a molecular weight of 146.1 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-oxopentanedioic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+ can I order?

We supply α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+ in Puriss (≥99%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+ 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 α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. α-Ketoglutaric acid, 99%+ is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.