Description

1-Hydroxy-3-Oxapentane-1,2,4,5-Tetracarboxylic Acid is a specialized polycarboxylic acid derivative with a unique oxa-pentane backbone. This compound serves as a versatile multifunctional building block and chelating agent in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise molecular architecture and metal ion coordination.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring chelating or specific solubility properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor or ligand in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers, resins, and coatings to enhance cross-linking density, adhesion, and thermal stability.
• Chelating Agent: Employed in water treatment formulations, metal cleaning processes, and as a component in analytical chemistry for metal ion sequestration.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in the production of high-performance materials, including epoxy resins and other thermosetting plastics.
• Research & Development: Serves as a valuable reagent in organic and medicinal chemistry research for constructing novel molecular frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hydroxy-3-Oxapentane-1,2,4,5-Tetracarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	111451-14-0
Molecular Formula	C7H8O9
Molecular Weight	236.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Oxapentane-1,2,4,5-tetracarboxylic acid, 1-hydroxy-; 1-Hydroxy-3-oxapentane-1,2,4,5-tetracarboxylic acid; HO-OPTA; Hydroxyoxapentanetetracarboxylic Acid; Tetrahydroxyfurantetracarboxylic acid derivative; (2,3,4,5-Tetracarboxy-1-hydroxypentyl)oxy derivative; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our 1-Hydroxy-3-Oxapentane-1,2,4,5-Tetracarboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material 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 reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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