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5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate

Also known as 3-(5-hydroxy-1H-indol-3-yl)-2-oxo-propanoic acid, 3-(5-hydroxy-1H-indol-3-yl)-2-oxopropanoic acid, 3-(5-hydroxyindol-3-yl)pyruvic acid

CAS 13094-31-0Formula C11H9NO4Molar mass 219.20 g/mol
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5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate chemical structure, C11H9NO4, CAS 13094-31-0
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
13094-31-0
Formula
C11H9NO4
Molar mass
219.20 g/mol
HS code
293399
Category
Heterocyclic building blocks

What is 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

3-(5-hydroxyindol-3-yl)pyruvic acid is a hydroxyindole that is indole substituted by a 2-carboxy-2-oxoethyl group at position 2 and a hydroxy group at position 5. It has a role as a rat metabolite. It is an indol-3-yl carboxylic acid, a 2-oxo monocarboxylic acid and a member of hydroxyindoles. It is functionally related to a pyruvic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a 3-(5-hydroxyindol-3-yl)pyruvate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
3-(5-hydroxy-1H-indol-3-yl)-2-oxopropanoic acid
CAS number
13094-31-0
Molecular formula
C11H9NO4
InChIKey
HKNXPMPZYQXTDD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C11H9NO4/c13-7-1-2-9-8(4-7)6(5-12-9)3-10(14)11(15)16/h1-2,4-5,12-13H,3H2,(H,15,16)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1=CC2=C(C=C1O)C(=CN2)CC(=O)C(=O)O

Synonyms

  • 3-(5-hydroxy-1H-indol-3-yl)-2-oxo-propanoic acid
  • 3-(5-hydroxy-1H-indol-3-yl)-2-oxopropanoic acid
  • 3-(5-hydroxyindol-3-yl)pyruvic acid

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
219.20 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
219.0532 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.07calc.
Topological polar surface area
90.39 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
16calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.09calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc2[nH]ccc2c1

c1ccc2[nH]ccc2c1

2 rings, 9 atoms, the Indole ring system.

25,097 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • rat metabolite

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate is traded under.

HS 2933.99Indicative HS code

Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other

World exports in 2024
$12.1B
−31.0% vs 2023, imports $28.8B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China30.5%
  2. India * partner reported16.3%
  3. Ireland9.0%
Top importers
  1. Slovenia31.7%
  2. Italy24.2%
  3. United States5.0%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate?

3-(5-hydroxyindol-3-yl)pyruvic acid is a hydroxyindole that is indole substituted by a 2-carboxy-2-oxoethyl group at position 2 and a hydroxy group at position 5. It has a role as a rat metabolite. It is an indol-3-yl carboxylic acid, a 2-oxo monocarboxylic acid and a member of hydroxyindoles.

What is the CAS number of 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate?

The CAS registry number of 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate is 13094-31-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate?

The molecular formula of 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate is C11H9NO4 and its molar mass is 219.20 g/mol.

What is 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate used for?

Known uses and roles of 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate include building blocks in research and laboratory, screening compounds in research and laboratory, animal metabolite, eukaryotic metabolite, mammalian metabolite and 2 more.

Is 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate?

5-Hydroxyindolepyruvate is usually classified under HS code 293399 (Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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