Description

Methylglyoxal Hydrate is a highly reactive α-oxoaldehyde that serves as a critical biochemical intermediate and versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its significance lies in its role as a key precursor for heterocyclic compounds and advanced materials, offering a pathway to complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop innovative active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or modifier in studies of glycation, advanced glycation end-products (AGEs), and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Crosslinking Agent: Employed in polymer chemistry for modifying proteins, collagen, or synthetic polymers to alter physical properties.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Serves as an intermediate for certain aroma chemicals and flavoring substances.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile reagent for constructing complex molecules via condensation, cyclization, and nucleophilic addition reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylglyoxal Hydrate
CAS No.	1186-47-6
Molecular Formula	C3H6O3
Molecular Weight	90.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Pyruvaldehyde Hydrate; 2-Oxopropanal Hydrate; Acetylformaldehyde Hydrate; Pyroracemic Aldehyde Hydrate; α-Ketopropionaldehyde Hydrate; 1-Hydroxy-2-oxopropyl; Methylglyoxal Monohydrate
EINECS	214-676-4

Quality Control

Our Methylglyoxal Hydrate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, water content, and impurity profile. Our quality systems are designed to support applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials, from research and development to pilot and commercial scale production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to preserve stability and prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 40.0% (as Methylglyoxal)
Water Content (KF)	Balance
pH (10% solution)	2.0 - 4.0

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