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5-Ketogluconic acid

Also known as 5-keto-D-gluconic acid, d-xylo-5-hexulosonic acid, (2R,3S,4S)-2,3,4,6-tetrahydroxy-5-oxohexanoic acid

CAS 815-89-4Formula C6H10O7Molar mass 194.14 g/molEC 923-251-6
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5-Ketogluconic acid chemical structure, C6H10O7, CAS 815-89-4
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
815-89-4
Formula
C6H10O7
Molar mass
194.14 g/mol
EC number
923-251-6
HS code
291899
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is 5-Ketogluconic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

5-dehydro-D-gluconic acid is a ketoaldonic acid and a hexonic acid. It has a role as an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is functionally related to a D-gluconic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a 5-dehydro-D-gluconate. It is an enantiomer of a 5-dehydro-L-gluconic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2R,3S,4S)-2,3,4,6-tetrahydroxy-5-oxohexanoic acid
CAS number
815-89-4Other or deprecated CAS: 5287-64-9
EC number
923-251-6
Molecular formula
C6H10O7
UNII
5168T78Z4V
InChIKey
IZSRJDGCGRAUAR-MROZADKFSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H10O7/c7-1-2(8)3(9)4(10)5(11)6(12)13/h3-5,7,9-11H,1H2,(H,12,13)/t3-,4+,5-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
O=C(O)C(O)C(O)C(O)C(=O)CO
Isomeric SMILES
C(C(=O)[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C(=O)O)O)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • 5-keto-D-gluconic acid
  • d-xylo-5-hexulosonic acid
  • (2R,3S,4S)-2,3,4,6-tetrahydroxy-5-oxohexanoic acid
  • 5-Oxo-D-gluconic acid
  • D-Gluconic acid, 5-keto-
  • D-xylo-hex-5-ulosonic acid
  • 5-dehydro-D-gluconic acid
  • 5-Oxo-5-deoxy-D-gluconic acid
  • 5-keto-D-gluconicacid
  • xylo-5-Hexulosonic acid
  • (2R,3S,4S)-2,3,4,6-tetrahydroxy-5-oxo-hexanoic acid

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
194.14 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
194.0427 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-3.28calc.
Topological polar surface area
135.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
5calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
13calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.67calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • Escherichia coli metabolite
  • bacterial metabolite
  • metabolite
  • prokaryotic 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-Ketogluconic acid is traded under.

HS 2918.99Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids, with additional oxygen function (not alcohol, phenol, aldehyde or ketone)…

World exports in 2024
$1.46B
−1.1% vs 2023, imports $1.54B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China40.0%
  2. India * partner reported26.6%
  3. Germany8.0%
Top importers
  1. United States25.6%
  2. Brazil6.7%
  3. Argentina5.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

The HS code shown for 5-Ketogluconic acid 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-Ketogluconic acid?

5-dehydro-D-gluconic acid is a ketoaldonic acid and a hexonic acid. It has a role as an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is functionally related to a D-gluconic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a 5-dehydro-D-gluconate. It is an enantiomer of a 5-dehydro-L-gluconic acid.

What is the CAS number of 5-Ketogluconic acid?

The CAS registry number of 5-Ketogluconic acid is 815-89-4. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 5287-64-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 5-Ketogluconic acid?

The molecular formula of 5-Ketogluconic acid is C6H10O7 and its molar mass is 194.14 g/mol.

What is 5-Ketogluconic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of 5-Ketogluconic acid include building blocks in research and laboratory, escherichia coli metabolite, bacterial metabolite, metabolite and prokaryotic metabolite.

Is 5-Ketogluconic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 5-Ketogluconic acid 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-Ketogluconic acid?

5-Ketogluconic acid is usually classified under HS code 291899 (Carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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