Pyruvic Acid

Pyruvic acid is a 2-oxo monocarboxylic acid that is the 2-keto derivative of propionic acid. It is a metabolite obtained during glycolysis. Among its listed roles, it functions as a cofactor and a fundamental metabolite. Functionally, it is related to propionic acid. It is the conjugate acid of pyruvate. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a natural source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include acetylformic acid and 2-Oxopropanoic acid. Its PubChem CID is 1060.

CAS No 127-17-3
Molecular Formula C3H4O3
Molecular Weight 88.06 g/mol
Synonyms 2-oxopropanoic acid

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