Description

2,2-Dihydroxypropionate is a versatile organic compound with significant utility as a key intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both hydroxyl and carboxylate groups, makes it valuable for creating polymers, complexing agents, and specialty esters. This chemical is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to develop products with enhanced solubility or specific chelating properties. We supply high-purity grades to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial-scale production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where its diol functionality can be leveraged for conjugation or to modify pharmacokinetic properties.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polyesters, alkyd resins, and water-soluble polymers, imparting flexibility and adhesion.
• Metal Chelating Agent: Serves as a ligand in formulations for metal sequestration, useful in water treatment processes, electroplating baths, and as a stabilizer in various industrial fluids.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: An important building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific solubility and bioavailability profiles.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Employed in the manufacture of emulsifiers, humectants, and skin-conditioning agents due to its hygroscopic and solvent properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures and studying reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dihydroxypropionate
CAS No.	1825-45-2
Molecular Formula	C3H6O4
Molecular Weight	106.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dihydroxypropanoic acid; 2,2-Dihydroxypropionic acid; 2-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)acetic acid; 2,2-Dihydroxymethylacetic acid; Hydroxypyruvic acid (tautomer); 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)acetic acid; α,α-Dihydroxypropionic acid; Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	217-359-4

Quality Control

Our 2,2-Dihydroxypropionate is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and test results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request. We can tailor specifications to meet cGMP, ISO, or other relevant industry standards for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and stability. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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