4-Hydroxy-butyric acid tert-butyl ester

4-Hydroxy-butyric acid tert-butyl ester CAS: 59854-12-5 is a carboxylic acid ester that is an intermediate in the synthesis of various compounds. It is a derivative of 4-hydroxybutyric acid, an important metabolite in the human body. As an ester, it is more reactive than the parent acid and can be used to synthesize various compounds.

In the body, 4-hydroxybutyric acid is a metabolite of ketone bodies, which are produced during periods of low glucose levels. Its ester, 4-hydroxy-butyric acid tert-butyl ester, is used in the synthesis of various compounds, including aspartame, which is used as an artificial sweetener.

In addition, 4-hydroxy-butyric acid tert-butyl ester is used as a stabilizer in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. It is also used to form polyesters and polyamides, which are used in plastics and other synthetics.

4-Hydroxy-butyric acid tert-butyl ester has some toxic properties and should be handled with care, as it is an irritant and can cause skin and eye irritation. It is also flammable and should be kept away from sources of heat and flame.

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