Rel- (2R,3S) -2,3-Dihydroxysuccinic acid hydrate - CAS 5990-63-6

Rel- (2R,3S) -2,3-Dihydroxysuccinic acid hydrate (meso-Tartaric acid monohydrate) occurs naturally in many plants, particularly grapes and tamarinds, and is one of the main acids found in wine. It is used as an antioxidant. Salts of tartaric acid are known as tartrates. Tartaric acid is a muscle toxin that inhibits the production of malic acid and, in high doses, causes paralysis and death.

Antioxidant, Endogenous Metabolite

Oxidation-Reduction, Metabolism

5921

0.9986

C4H8O7

168.1

O.OC(C(O)C(O)=O)C(O)=O

-20°C

Ice Packs

Natural Product