Description

(Z)-2-Hydroxymethyl-2-Butenoic Acid is a versatile, unsaturated hydroxy acid with a unique molecular structure featuring both a hydroxyl and a carboxylic acid functional group. This bifunctional nature makes it a valuable chemical building block for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and industrial applications. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for use as a key intermediate in the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties like biodegradability or specific reactivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Academic and R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies and the development of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-2-Hydroxymethyl-2-Butenoic Acid
CAS No.	11042-14-1
Molecular Formula	C5H8O3
Molecular Weight	116.12 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-butenoic acid; (2Z)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-butenoic Acid; 2-Butenoic acid, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-, (2Z)-; (Z)-2-Hydroxymethylcrotonic acid; (Z)-2-Methylenebut-2-en-1,4-dioic acid (tautomeric form); (Z)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)but-2-enoic acid; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-butenoic acid (Z-isomer)
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-2-Hydroxymethyl-2-Butenoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent isomeric composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
(Z)-Isomer Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.