CAS No. 576-42-1

Batch: Purity:99.28
D-Saccharic acid potassium salt Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the D-Saccharic acid potassium salt product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

CAS Number 576-42-1
Molecular Formula

C6H9KO8

Molecular Weight (MW) 248.23
SMILES [K+].OC(C(O)C(O)C([O-])=O)C(O)C(O)=O

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

D-Saccharic acid potassium salt is an endogenous metabolite involved in the glucuronic acid pathway. It serves as a precursor to D-saccharo-1,4-lactone, a potent inhibitor of beta-glucuronidase, thereby regulating glucuronidation processes and detoxification pathways. Through the inhibition of beta-glucuronidase, it helps maintain the conjugation of endogenous and exogenous compounds, suppressing tissue exposure to reactive intermediates and supporting cellular metabolic homeostasis. [1]

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Solubility

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
Water 50 mg/mL
DMSO Insoluble
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO.)
Ethanol Insoluble
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.