glutariinihappo

Glutariinihappo, also known as glutaric acid, is a dicarboxylic acid with the chemical formula C5H8O4. It is a white crystalline solid at room temperature. Glutaric acid is an organic compound that is structurally related to the dicarboxylic acids, with a five-carbon chain and two carboxyl groups at either end. It is soluble in water and ethanol.

In biological systems, glutaric acid is an intermediate in the metabolism of lysine and tryptophan. It is formed from the oxidation of glutaraldehyde. In humans, deficiencies in the enzymes involved in glutaric acid metabolism can lead to glutaric aciduria, a rare metabolic disorder that can cause neurological damage.

Industrially, glutaric acid can be produced through the oxidation of cyclopentanone or by the hydrolysis of glutarimide. It finds applications in the synthesis of polymers, such as polyamides and polyesters. It is also used as a precursor for the production of plasticizers, lubricants, and pharmaceuticals. Its derivatives can be employed in various chemical processes.