Calcium 2-oxo-3-phenylpropionate

Calcium 2-oxo-3-phenylpropionate is mainly used as a pharmaceutical intermediate, in nutritional research, and in biochemical studies. It serves as a precursor in the synthesis of various drugs and biologically active compounds, and it’s also a key component in studies related to phenylalanine and tyrosine metabolism. Additionally, it has potential applications in specialized nutritional formulations and in the synthesis of fine chemicals. The directory classifies it as a unknown/inactive API with a mineral/inorganic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Calcium bis(3-phenylpyruvate) and Calcium phenylpyruvate. Its PubChem CID is 6099006.

CAS No 54865-40-6
Molecular Formula C18H14CaO6
Molecular Weight 366.4 g/mol
Synonyms calcium bis(2-oxo-3-phenylpropanoate)

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