Description

(±)-Potassium Citramalate Monohydrate is a high-purity, chiral organic salt of citramalic acid, serving as a critical building block and chiral auxiliary in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a controlled, enantiomeric mixture for applications requiring specific stereochemistry, offering researchers and manufacturers a versatile and reliable intermediate. This compound is essential for industries focused on pharmaceutical development, specialty chemical manufacturing, and advanced material science where precise molecular control is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used as a chiral precursor or resolving agent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis related to malic acid derivatives.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Acts as a key chiral pool material for constructing complex molecules with defined stereocenters in organic chemistry.
• Food & Beverage Additive Precursor: Potential use in the production of flavor enhancers or acidulants after further processing.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of α-hydroxy acid (AHA) derivatives for skincare formulations.
• Chelating Agent Formulation: Utilized in the development of specialized, biodegradable chelating agents for industrial and laboratory use.

Basic Information

Product Name	(±)-Potassium Citramalate Monohydrate
CAS No.	1030365-02-6
Molecular Formula	C7H11KO7
Molecular Weight	246.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium (±)-2-Hydroxy-2-methylbutanedioate Monohydrate; Potassium DL-Citramalate Monohydrate; 2-Hydroxy-2-methylsuccinic Acid Potassium Salt Monohydrate; Potassium 2-Methylmalate Monohydrate; Racemic Potassium Citramalate Monohydrate; DL-Potassium Citramalate Hydrate; 2-Methylmalic Acid Potassium Salt Monohydrate
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Quality Control

Our (±)-Potassium Citramalate Monohydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral composition, and other critical parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	Theoretical (Monohydrate)
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	Conforms
Chiral Purity (Enantiomeric Ratio)	~50:50 (Racemic)
pH (5% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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