Name | (S)-3-hydroxybutyric acid |
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Synonyms |
(3S)-3-hydroxybutanoic acid
(S)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid |
Description | (S)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid is a normal human metabolite, that has been found elevated in geriatric patients remitting from depression. In humans, 3-Hydroxybutyric acid is synthesized in the liver from acetyl-CoA, and can be used as an energy source by the brain when blood glucose is low. |
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Human Endogenous Metabolite |
Density | 1.195 g/cm3 |
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Boiling Point | 269.2ºC at 760 mmHg |
Melting Point | 45-48ºC |
Molecular Formula | C4H8O3 |
Molecular Weight | 104.10500 |
Flash Point | 121ºC |
Exact Mass | 104.04700 |
PSA | 57.53000 |
Index of Refraction | 1.455 |
Storage condition | 2-8°C |
Symbol |
GHS07 |
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Signal Word | Warning |
Hazard Statements | H315-H319-H335 |
Precautionary Statements | P261-P305 + P351 + P338 |
Personal Protective Equipment | dust mask type N95 (US);Eyeshields;Gloves |
Hazard Codes | Xi: Irritant; |
Risk Phrases | R36/37/38 |
Safety Phrases | 26-36 |
RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
WGK Germany | 3 |
Precursor 8 | |
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DownStream 4 | |