An organic compound used often as a reagent in organic synthesis, as a flavoring agent, and in tanning. It has been demonstrated as an intermediate in the metabolism of acetone and its derivatives in isolated cell preparations, in various culture media, and in vivo in certain animals.

DUI

D011765 MeSH Browser

CUI

M0018286

CAS

Propanal, 2-oxo-

Previous indexing

Glyoxal (1973-1974)

History note

91(75); was see under ALDEHYDES 1975-90

Public note

91; was see under ALDEHYDES 1975-90