Description

2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid is a versatile organic acid and a key chiral building block in fine chemical synthesis. Its significance lies in its role as a precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials, where optical purity is often critical. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and companies specializing in asymmetric synthesis and chiral technology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in cardiovascular and central nervous system drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators for enhanced efficacy.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for flavors, fragrances, and specialty polymers requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic studies and as a standard in chromatographic analysis for chiral separation methods.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of chiral catalysts and ligands for asymmetric hydrogenation and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science: A monomer or modifier in the synthesis of biodegradable polymers and resins with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid
CAS No.	163894-00-6
Molecular Formula	C₃H₆O₃
Molecular Weight	90.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Lactic Acid (specific enantiomer); 2-Hydroxypropionic Acid; α-Hydroxypropanoic Acid; (S)-2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid; (R)-2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid; DL-Lactic Acid; Racemic Lactic Acid; Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assay and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific enantiomeric excess (e.e.), chemical purity, and physical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (for specific enantiomer) or specified
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.