Description

β-Chlorolactic Acid is a versatile chlorinated organic acid derivative that serves as a critical chiral building block and reactive intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a chlorine atom on the beta carbon, makes it a valuable precursor for introducing functional complexity into target molecules. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in β-blocker and other cardiovascular drug research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, including complex esters, amides, and other derivatives used in flavors, fragrances, and materials science.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic pathway studies and as a tool compound for investigating enzyme inhibition, particularly those involving lactate metabolism.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific chemical or physical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Chlorolactic Acid
CAS No.	1713-85-5
Molecular Formula	C3H5ClO3
Molecular Weight	124.52 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chlorolactic Acid; 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic Acid; (±)-2-Chlorolactic Acid; DL-2-Chlorolactic Acid; 2-Chloro-2-hydroxypropionic Acid; 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropionic Acid; Chlorohydroxypropionic Acid; β-Chloro-α-hydroxypropionic Acid
EINECS	217-004-7

Quality Control

Our β-Chlorolactic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include results from HPLC, NMR, and titration methods, confirming compliance with customer specifications and internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, containers should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential decomposition. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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