3-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid
3-Hydroxyoctanoic acid is a hydroxy-carboxylic acid (HCA) that functions as an intermediate in energy metabolism and acts as an agonist for the orphan receptor GPR109B. It is utilized in metabolic and signaling research, with applications in both in vitro receptor studies and in vivo models investigating lipid metabolism and inflammation.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
14292-27-4
Product Name Alternative
3Hydroxyoctanoic Acid, 3-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid, 3 Hydroxyoctanoic Acid, GPR109B
Field of Research
Metabolism Research, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
Purity
97.82% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
10% DMSO+90% Corn Oil:4 mg/mL (24.97 mM) ; DMSO:60 mg/mL (374.51 mM)
Smiles
C (C (CC (O) =O) O) CCCC
Molecular Formula
C8H16O3
Molecular Weight
160.21
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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