Description

n-Methyl Acetohydroxamic Acid is a specialized hydroxamic acid derivative with significant utility as a chemical intermediate and research reagent. Its unique structure, featuring both a hydroxamic acid group and a methylated nitrogen, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules and a potent ligand for metal chelation. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and chemical synthesis sectors, where it is used to develop novel enzyme inhibitors and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metalloenzymes like urease and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and plant growth regulators that act through chelation mechanisms.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating libraries of hydroxamate-based compounds for material science and catalysis.
• Metal Chelation & Corrosion Inhibition: Acts as an effective chelating agent for transition metals in industrial water treatment and corrosion inhibitor formulations.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a standard or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and biochemical assays involving hydroxamate-sensitive pathways.
• Polymer Additive: Investigated for use as a stabilizer or functional monomer in specialty polymer production.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methyl Acetohydroxamic Acid
CAS No.	13115-24-7
Molecular Formula	C3H7NO2
Molecular Weight	89.09 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methylacetohydroxamic Acid; Acetohydroxamic Acid, N-Methyl-; N-Methyl-N-hydroxyacetamide; 2-(Methylamino)-2-oxoethanol (tautomer); N-Hydroxy-N-methylacetamide; Methylacetohydroxamate; N-Methyl acetohydroxamate; 13115-24-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Methyl Acetohydroxamic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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