(2R)-Octyl-α-hydroxyglutarate is a cell-permeable, esterified derivative of D-2-hydroxyglutarate used as a research reagent to investigate the biological effects of 2-HG in cellular systems, including effects on histone methylation, DNA damage, and mitochondrial oxidative processes.
- Cell-permeable analogue of D-2-hydroxyglutarate.
- Used to study histone methylation and epigenetic regulation.
- Reported purity approximately 99.9%.
- Molecular weight 260.33 g·mol⁻¹; chemical formula C13H24O5.
- Provided as an analytical/research standard in small pack sizes suitable for cell-based assays.