Description

2-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-Hydroxybutanoic Acid CAS NO 1249633-28-0 is a high-purity chiral organic compound featuring a chlorophenyl group and a hydroxybutanoic acid moiety, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound is critical for research and development in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecules with specific stereochemistry. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers for applications in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development and specialty chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Chiral Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or resolving agent in asymmetric synthesis to produce enantiomerically pure compounds for medicinal chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides or plant growth regulators, leveraging its chlorinated aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating novel ligands used in transition metal catalysis for organic transformations.
• Material Science Monomer: Potential monomer for synthesizing specialized polymers with unique thermal or optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential reference standard and starting material for methodological development in organic chemistry laboratories worldwide.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-Hydroxybutanoic Acid
CAS No.	1249633-28-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO3
Molecular Weight	214.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-2-(3-chlorophenyl)butanoic Acid; α-Hydroxy-3-chlorohydrocinnamic Acid, Ethyl-; 2-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxybutyric Acid; (RS)-2-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxybutanoic Acid; (±)-2-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxybutanoic Acid; 3-Chloro-α-ethylmandelic Acid; DL-2-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxybutanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-Hydroxybutanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	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.