Description

2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid is a versatile organic acid widely utilized in industrial synthesis and formulation. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used in the production of biodegradable polymers and as a modifier for specialty resins.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard and reagent in organic synthesis and catalysis studies.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for creating specific lactones and ester compounds used in flavors.
• Electrolyte & Battery Chemicals: Potential component in the formulation of advanced electrolyte systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid
CAS No.	1253056-29-9
Molecular Formula	C₃H₆O₃
Molecular Weight	90.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Lactic Acid (specific isomer); α-Hydroxypropionic Acid; 2-Hydroxypropionic Acid; (RS)-2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid; DL-Lactic Acid; Racemic Lactic Acid; Ethylidenelactic Acid; Contact for details on specific isomer/grade.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results for assay, chiral purity, and related substances are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Specify required enantiomeric excess (ee)
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤10 ppm

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