Description

3-Hydroxypentanoic Acid is a versatile chiral hydroxy acid with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, serving as a key building block for pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and biodegradable polymers. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to introduce hydroxyl and carboxylic acid functionalities into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing β-lactam antibiotics and other bioactive molecules.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for producing complex organic compounds, flavors, and fragrances.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of biodegradable polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) and other specialty polyesters.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzymatic synthesis.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Potential use in the synthesis of skin-conditioning agents and moisturizers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxypentanoic Acid
CAS No.	10237-77-1
Molecular Formula	C5H10O3
Molecular Weight	118.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxyvaleric Acid; β-Hydroxypentanoic Acid; 3-Hydroxypentanoate; 3-Hydroxy-n-valeric Acid; 3-Hydroxyvalerate; (RS)-3-Hydroxypentanoic Acid; (±)-3-Hydroxypentanoic Acid; DL-3-Hydroxypentanoic Acid
EINECS	233-575-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxypentanoic 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) with key parameters including assay, enantiomeric purity (where applicable), and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical 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). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent oxidation and maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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