Muconic Acid

Muconic acid (CAS 3588-17-8), also called trans,trans-Muconic acid, is a linear unsaturated dicarboxylic acid made by chemical synthesis and bio-based fermentation.

Where is Muconic Acid used?

• Pharmaceutical and biotechnology: platform chemical and pH-regulating agent
• Pharmaceutical research and synthesis: precursor and intermediate
• Preparation of specialty compounds such as adipic acid analogues for bio-based polymer development
• Biotechnology: fermentation-derived building block
• Metabolic engineering programs for renewable chemical production
• Agrochemical formulations: acidic functionality supports pH buffering and preservative activity
• In life sciences research it serves as a reference standard and analytical reagent for monitoring benzene metabolite exposure.

Good to know: In formulation systems it is useful where microbial control is required.

Commercial specifications

• High-purity specifications of 98% or higher
• Packaging from small laboratory quantities to bulk volumes