Description

4-Cyano-4-Hydroxyvaleric Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a nitrile and a carboxylic acid group on a hydroxy-substituted carbon chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is particularly sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier for producing specialized polymers with specific functional properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in proteomics and metabolic pathway studies as a tool compound or labeling agent.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyano-4-Hydroxyvaleric Acid
CAS No.	100038-34-4
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO3
Molecular Weight	143.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-4-hydroxyvaleric acid; 4-Cyano-4-hydroxypentanoic acid; 4-Hydroxy-4-cyanovaleric acid; 4-Cyano-4-hydroxy-pentanoic acid; 4-Hydroxy-4-cyano-pentanoic acid; 4-Cyano-4-hydroxypentanoic acid; 4-Hydroxy-4-cyanopentanoic acid; Pentanoic acid, 4-cyano-4-hydroxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Cyano-4-Hydroxyvaleric Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and research applications.

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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly 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	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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