Parapyruvate is an inhibitor of the a-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase complex (KGDHC).
Synonyms: 4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-oxoglutaric acid dipotassium salt; Parapyruvate
Molecular Formula: C6H6K2O6
Molecular Weight: 252.3
Linear Structural Formula: C6H6K2O6
Purity: 95-105% (titration)