Description

A-Hydroxy Phenybutyric Acid is a versatile organic acid derivative with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate for the production of high-value pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is particularly essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for cardiovascular and central nervous system drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic pathway studies and as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional carboxylic acid groups into polymer chains for enhanced properties.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Serves as a ligand or substrate in catalytic reactions to induce chirality in target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	A-Hydroxy Phenybutyric Acid
CAS No.	111611-91-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Hydroxyphenylbutyric Acid; 2-Hydroxy-2-phenylbutyric Acid; (RS)-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylbutanoic Acid; (±)-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylbutyric Acid; DL-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylbutyric Acid; 2-Phenyl-2-hydroxybutyric Acid; Hydroxyphenylbutanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our A-Hydroxy Phenybutyric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Specification available upon request
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Optical Purity (if applicable)	Contact for details

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