Description

Propylmalonic Acid is a versatile dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks with high precision. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific carbon chain extensions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its malonic acid structure allows for the introduction of propyl side chains.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymers as a versatile linker and modifier.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Knoevenagel condensations, decarboxylation reactions, and other C-C bond-forming processes in research laboratories.
• Ligand and Chelator Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propylmalonic Acid
CAS No.	14636-95-4
Molecular Formula	C6H10O4
Molecular Weight	146.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Propylmalonic Acid; 2-Propylmalonic Acid; 1,3-Propanedicarboxylic Acid, 2-Propyl-; Butane-1,1-dicarboxylic Acid; 2-Propylpropanedioic Acid; NSC 66400; Propylmalonate
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Quality Control

Our Propylmalonic Acid is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent purity and consistency standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of heat.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	105 - 110 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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