OBO ID: CHEBI:167482
Term Name: glutaric anhydride Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • dihydro-2H-pyran-2,6(3H)-dione
  • glutaric acid anhydride
  • oxane-2,6-dione
  • pentanedioic acid anhydride
  • pentanedioic anhydride
  • pyroglutaric acid
Definition: A cyclic dicarboxylic anhydride that is oxane which carries oxo groups at positions 2 and 6. It is used as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, corrosion inhibitors, and polymers (E.g. epoxy polyesters).
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Ontology: ChEBI  ( EBI )
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