Description

Sodium Pivalate is the sodium salt of pivalic acid, a versatile organic compound with a sterically hindered carboxylate group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and reagent in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of esters and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity building blocks for complex molecule production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material (KSM) or building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring pivalate ester protecting groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain herbicides and pesticides where the pivaloyl moiety contributes to biological activity or stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst component in polymerization reactions and as a modifier for specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a nucleophile or base in various organic transformations, including alkylation and esterification reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in laboratory-scale R&D for developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Used in the manufacture of specialty esters that function as high-performance additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Pivalate
CAS No.	1184-88-9
Molecular Formula	C5H9NaO2
Molecular Weight	124.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Trimethylacetate; Sodium 2,2-Dimethylpropanoate; Pivalic Acid Sodium Salt; Trimethylacetic Acid Sodium Salt; 2,2-Dimethylpropanoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium tert-Butylcarboxylate; Sodium Neopentanoate
EINECS	214-666-3

Quality Control

Our Sodium Pivalate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and residual solvents are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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