Potassium Pyruvate

RT

126, 15

White to off-white powder

Pyruvic Acid Potassium Salt is an intermdiate in sugar metabolism and enzymatic carbohydrate degredation. It is converted by carboxylase into acetaldehyde and CO2. In muscle, it is reduced to lactic acid during exertion, then reoxidized and partly retransformed to glycogen upon resting. When present in culture medium, it improves coliform recovery. It has been shown to be involved in a mitochondrial oxidant-activated metabolic regulatory pathway. It has also been shown to be involved in plant respiratory regulation.

Synonyms:
Pyruvic Acid Potassium Salt

CAS No:
4151-33-1

Molecular Formula:
C3H3KO3

Molecular Weight:
126.15

Appearance:
White to off-white powder

Purity:
≥98%

Loss on Drying:
≤1%

Storage:
May be stored at 4°C.