Description

n-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-2-Phenylpropanamide is a specialized organic compound featuring a hydroxamic acid functional group, making it a valuable chemical intermediate. Its structure is critical for applications requiring metal chelation or as a precursor in the synthesis of more complex molecules. This product is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metalloenzymes.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific chelating properties.
• Polymer Additive: Acts as a light stabilizer or metal deactivator in specialty polymer formulations to enhance material longevity.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for the introduction of the N-hydroxyamide moiety.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a chelating agent in analytical methods for the detection and quantification of specific metal ions.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or surface modification agents due to its ligand properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-2-Phenylpropanamide
CAS No.	107955-92-0
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-phenylpropanehydroxamic acid; α,α-Dimethylbenzenecetohydroxamic acid; N-Hydroxy-α,α-dimethylbenzeneacetamide; 2-Phenyl-2-methylpropionhydroxamic acid; Benzenecetic acid, α,α-dimethyl-, N-hydroxyamide; HMPA (context-dependent abbreviation); Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-2-Phenylpropanamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its property of being easily oxidized, long-term storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended for optimal stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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%
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.