Description

5-Hydroxymethyl-Morpholin-3-One is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, offering a unique scaffold for molecular diversification. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecules with potential biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with novel modes of action.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating functional polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and cellular pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile synthon for constructing complex natural product analogs and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxymethyl-Morpholin-3-One
CAS No.	1073338-64-3
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO3
Molecular Weight	131.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Hydroxymethyl)morpholin-3-one; 3-Morpholinone, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-; 5-Hydroxymethyl-3-morpholinone; 5-Hydroxymethylmorpholin-3-one; Morpholine-3-one, 5-hydroxymethyl-; (RS)-5-Hydroxymethylmorpholin-3-one
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Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxymethyl-Morpholin-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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