Functional Roles
Industries Served
Chemical Identity
| CAS Number | 533-50-6 |
| IUPAC Name | (3S)-1,3,4-trihydroxybutan-2-one |
| InChI Key | UQPHVQVXLPRNCX-VKHMYHEASA-N |
| PubChem CID | 5460032 |
Synonyms & Trade Names
Full Description
A natural keto-sugar used in self-tanning products that reacts with skin proteins to produce a long-lasting, even tan. Often combined with DHA for enhanced