Description

Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-4-Methylvalerate is a valuable chiral ester building block and flavor/fragrance intermediate. This compound is significant for its role in synthesizing fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, flavor & fragrance, and agrochemical industries for creating complex molecular structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Used in the synthesis of esters and lactones that contribute fruity, creamy, or coconut-like notes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in asymmetric synthesis, esterification reactions, and as a protected form of a hydroxy acid.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains for specialty materials.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for chemical research in academic and industrial laboratories exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-4-Methylvalerate
CAS No.	10348-47-7
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoate; 2-Hydroxy-4-methylvaleric Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-4-methylvalerate; Ethyl 4-Methyl-2-hydroxypentanoate; Ethyl DL-Leucinate; (±)-Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoate; Ethyl 2-Hydroxyisocaproate
EINECS	233-773-8

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-4-Methylvalerate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for use as a chemical intermediate. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess (if applicable), and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details
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.