Description

2R,3S-Dihydroxy-4-Oxo-Butanoic Acid (>80%) is a chiral, multifunctional organic acid derivative, also known as a tartronic acid derivative, with the CAS number 1106851-69-7. This compound serves as a valuable versatile chiral building block and synthetic intermediate for the production of complex molecules in regulated industries. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical research and development teams, fine chemical manufacturers, and academic laboratories engaged in asymmetric synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral, antibacterial, and metabolic disease research.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a building block for constructing complex, stereochemically defined molecules in fine chemical and agrochemical production.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in enantioselective transformations.
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies involving enzyme inhibitors, metabolic pathway probes, and the synthesis of natural product analogs.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent for developing functional polymers with specific optical or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2R,3S-Dihydroxy-4-Oxo-Butanoic Acid (>80%)
CAS No.	1106851-69-7
Molecular Formula	C4H6O6
Molecular Weight	150.09 g/mol
Synonyms	(2R,3S)-2,3-Dihydroxy-4-oxobutanoic Acid; (2R,3S)-Dihydroxysuccinic Acid Semialdehyde; (2R,3S)-Tartronic Acid Semialdehyde; 2R,3S-DHOB; (2R,3S)-2,3-Dihydroxy-4-oxobutyric Acid; (2R,3S)-Dihydroxy-4-oxobutanoate; L-threo-Dihydroxy-4-oxobutanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 2R,3S-Dihydroxy-4-Oxo-Butanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure identity, strength, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are available upon request, supporting compliance in research and cGMP-aligned development.

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); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider using desiccant packs.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to Off-White Solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Structure
Assay (HPLC)	> 80.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	> 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	< 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	< 0.5%

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