Description

β-Hydroxyethylhydrazine Formate is a versatile organic compound and a key building block in fine chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, containing both a hydrazine and a hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific properties. This chemical is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients. It is also utilized in polymer chemistry and as a component in specialty formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing hydrazine or heterocyclic moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where it acts as a crucial building block.
• Polymer Industry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings to modify properties like adhesion and thermal stability.
• Chemical Research & Development: An important reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for constructing novel chemical entities and exploring new reaction pathways.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into specialty formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial systems.
• Photographic Chemicals: Can be used in the synthesis of certain compounds employed in photographic development processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Hydroxyethylhydrazine Formate
CAS No.	20269-63-0
Molecular Formula	C₃H₈N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	120.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyethylhydrazine Formate; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)hydrazine Formic Acid Salt; Ethanol, 2-hydrazinyl-, formate (salt); β-Hydroxyethylhydrazinium Formate; Hydroxyethylhydrazine Formate; HEH Formate; N-(β-Hydroxyethyl)hydrazine Formate
EINECS	243-676-8

Quality Control

Our β-Hydroxyethylhydrazine Formate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, water content, and specific impurities. Our quality commitment ensures reliable performance and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. It is also easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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