Description

Dl-Tropic Acid CAS NO 552-63-6 is a versatile organic acid and a key chiral building block in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a precursor for the synthesis of tropane alkaloids and other pharmacologically active compounds. This makes it an essential raw material for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical intermediates, and manufacturers of specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of atropine, scopolamine, and other tropane alkaloid derivatives.
• Chiral Building Block: Used in asymmetric synthesis and the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds for medicinal chemistry.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in studies involving muscarinic acetylcholine receptors and related biochemical pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for the production of complex organic molecules with applications in agrochemicals and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Tropic Acid
CAS No.	552-63-6
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-Tropic Acid; (±)-Tropic Acid; 3-Hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoic Acid; α-Phenyl-β-hydroxypropionic Acid; Tropate; Racemic Tropic Acid; 2-Phenylhydracrylic Acid; Atropic Acid (related isomer)
EINECS	209-011-6

Quality Control

Our Dl-Tropic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, which specify purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical-grade intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	116 - 120 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.