Molecular Weight: 120.10
Molecular Formula: C4H8O4
Canonical SMILES: C(C(C(=O)CO)O)O
InChI: InChI=1S/C4H8O4/c5-1-3(7)4(8)2-6/h3,5-7H,1-2H2/t3-/m0/s1
InChIKey: UQPHVQVXLPRNCX-VKHMYHEASA-N
Synonyms: L-(+)-Erythrulose; (3S)-1,3,4-Trihydroxy-2-butanone; (S)-1,3,4-Trihydroxybutan-2-one; 2-Butanone, 1,3,4-trihydroxy-, (3S)
DescriptionL-Erythrulose is a prominent compound widely used in the cosmetic industry for its self-tanning properties. This colorless ketose sugar reacts with the amino acids in the skin's outermost layer to produce a natural, long-lasting tan, making it a sought-after ingredient in self-tanning lotions and sprays.
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