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Linear Formula:
HO2C(CH2)5CO2H
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
160.17
Beilstein:
1210024
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352100
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.22
Assay
98%
form
crystals
bp
212 °C/10 mmHg (lit.)
mp
103-105 °C (lit.)
SMILES string
OC(=O)CCCCCC(O)=O
InChI
1S/C7H12O4/c8-6(9)4-2-1-3-5-7(10)11/h1-5H2,(H,8,9)(H,10,11)
InChI key
WLJVNTCWHIRURA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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General description
Pimelic acid, also known as heptanedioic acid, is a dicarboxylic acid commonly used as a precursor in the biosynthesis of biotin. It serves as a building block in the synthesis of various compounds , and it is used as a key precursor in the production of polyamides, polyesters, and other polymers.
Application
- Pimelic acid in microbial soil treatments: A 2023 study examined the use of pimelic acid in soil treatment, observing its impact on the microbial community structure and metabolites in bayberry plantations. This application illustrates its potential in agricultural biotechnology and soil remediation (Ren et al., 2023).
- Pharmaceutical applications of pimelic acid: A 2023 study involved pimelic acid in the preparation and physiochemical analysis of novel ciprofloxacin/dicarboxylic acid salts, showcasing its utility as a pharmaceutical intermediate (Hibbard et al., 2023).
Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
Eye Irrit. 2 - STOT SE 3
Target Organs
Respiratory system
Storage Class Code
11 - Combustible Solids
WGK
WGK 2
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
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