Description
A precursor that is used in the synthesis of HMG-CoA; also used in the synthesis of 3-alkyl-3-hydroxyglutaric acids that act as inhibitors of HMG-CoA reductase
Formal name: dihydro-4-hydroxy-4-methyl-2H-pyran-2,6(3H)-dione
Synonyms: Dicrotalic anhydride|HMG anhydride
Molecular weight: 144.1
CAS: 34695-32-4
Purity: ≥95%
Formulation: A crystalline solid
Product Type|Biochemicals|Synthetic Intermediates & Building Blocks||Research Area|Cardiovascular System|Lipids & Lipoproteins|Cholesterol Metabolism