Description

(+/-)-Citramalic Acid Sodium Salt CAS NO 102601-31-0 is the sodium salt derivative of citramalic acid, a valuable chiral building block and intermediate. This compound is significant for its role in organic synthesis and biochemical research, offering a water-soluble and stable form of the citramalate moiety. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex organic molecules, flavors, and fragrances.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Can be utilized in the development of specialized chelating agents for industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+/-)-Citramalic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	102601-31-0
Molecular Formula	C5H7NaO5
Molecular Weight	170.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Citramalate; DL-Citramalic Acid Sodium Salt; 2-Hydroxy-2-methylbutanedioic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 2-Hydroxy-2-methylsuccinate; 2-Methylmalic Acid Sodium Salt; (±)-Citramalic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium DL-Citramalate; 2-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1,4-butanedioic Acid Sodium Salt
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Quality Control

Our (+/-)-Citramalic Acid Sodium Salt is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high standards, including cGMP manufacturing for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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