| Description | Phenylpyruvic acid (3-Phenylpyruvic acid) is a keto-acid that is an intermediate or catabolic byproduct of phenylalanine metabolism. It has a slight honey-like odor. Levels of phenylpyruvate are normally very low in blood or urine. High levels of phenylpyruvic acid can be found in the urine of individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU), an inborn error of metabolism. |
| Synonyms | 2-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid, 3-Phenylpyruvic acid, 苯丙酮酸 |
| molecular weight | 164.16 |
| Molecular formula | C9H8O3 |
| CAS | 156-06-9 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 60 mg/mL (365.5 mM) |
| References | 1. Nierop Groot MN, et al. Conversion of phenylalanine to benzaldehyde initiated by an aminotransferase in lactobacillus plantarum. Appl Environ Microbiol. 1998 Aug;64(8):3009-13. |