Description

2,2-Bis-(Benzyloxymethyl)Propionic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and two benzyl-protected hydroxyl groups. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with specific spatial and functional properties. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for applications such as polymer synthesis and the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, dendrimers, and prodrugs.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyesters, polyamides, and other functional polymers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Surface Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups onto material surfaces for improved biocompatibility or adhesion.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Bis-(Benzyloxymethyl)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	170104-95-7
Molecular Formula	C20H24O5
Molecular Weight	344.40 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Bis(benzyloxymethyl)propanoic acid; 3,3-Bis(benzyloxymethyl)butyric acid; 2,2-Bis[(phenylmethoxy)methyl]propanoic acid; BBPA; 2,2-Bis(benzyloxymethyl)propionic Acid; Propanoic acid, 2,2-bis[(phenylmethoxy)methyl]-; 170104-95-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2-Bis-(Benzyloxymethyl)Propionic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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