Description

α-Azidoisobutyric Acid Solution is a specialized organic azide compound, primarily utilized as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its azido functional group enables efficient click chemistry reactions, making it a critical reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures. This solution is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, where it facilitates the development of novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for introducing azide handles for bioconjugation via click chemistry (e.g., CuAAC, SPAAC).
• Polymer & Materials Science: Used as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to create polymers with tailored properties, such as hydrogels, smart materials, and surface coatings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Enables the labeling of biomolecules (proteins, antibodies, nucleic acids) for diagnostic assays, imaging, and targeted drug delivery systems.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a source of the azido group in multi-step synthetic routes for heterocycles, amino acid derivatives, and other fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	α-Azidoisobutyric Acid Solution
CAS No.	2654-97-9
Molecular Formula	C4H7N3O2
Molecular Weight	129.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Azido-2-methylpropanoic Acid; 2-Azidoisobutyric Acid; α-Azido-α-methylpropionic Acid; AIBA; 2-Methyl-2-azidopropanoic Acid; Azidoisobutyric Acid; (Azidomethyl)dimethylacetic Acid
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Quality Control

Our α-Azidoisobutyric Acid Solution is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity profiling, and solvent content determination, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive and highly volatile nature, handling should be performed under appropriate engineering controls. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solvent Content (GC)	Specified per grade
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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