Description

3-Hydroxy-Propionimidic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile organic intermediate with a reactive imidic ester and hydroxyl functional group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nitrogen heterocycles like imidazoles and pyrimidines.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactivity to form complex molecular scaffolds.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional imidate or hydroxyl groups into polymer chains for specialty materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in multi-step synthetic routes for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial research.
• Cross-linking Agent: Potential use in the formulation of resins and coatings due to its reactive ester group.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-Propionimidic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	20914-87-8
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO2
Molecular Weight	115.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Hydroxypropionimidate; 3-Hydroxypropionimidic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Hydroxyimidopropionate; β-Hydroxypropionimidic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 163044; 3-Hydroxypropanoimidic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl β-Hydroxypropionimidate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-Propionimidic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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