Pyruvaldehyde

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.

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

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Tree Number(s): D02.047.644.650

MeSH Unique ID: D011765

Registry Number: 722KLD7415

Entry Terms:

• Acetylformaldehyde
• Methylglyoxal
• Pyruvic Aldehyde
• Aldehyde, Pyruvic
• Oxopropanal

Previous Indexing:

• Glyoxal (1973-1974)

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Pyruvaldehyde