Description

2H-Tetrazol-2-Acetic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functionality, combining the reactivity of the tetrazole ring with the carboxylic acid group, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing tetrazole bioisosteres for improved metabolic stability and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of modern herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the tetrazole moiety can enhance biological activity.
• Coordination Chemistry & Material Science: Acts as a ligand for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts, or as a monomer for specialty polymers.
• Peptide Chemistry & Bioconjugation: Employed as a coupling agent or as a component for modifying peptides and proteins to alter their properties.
• Energetic Materials Research: Investigated for use in the development of novel, high-nitrogen-content compounds with specific energetic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a scaffold for creating molecular probes and tags used in biochemical assays and imaging.

Basic Information

Product Name	2H-Tetrazol-2-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	21743-64-6
Molecular Formula	C3H4N4O2
Molecular Weight	128.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2H-Tetrazol-2-yl)acetic Acid; Tetrazol-2-yl-acetic Acid; 2-Carboxymethyltetrazole; 2-Tetrazoleacetic Acid; (2H-Tetrazol-2-yl)acetic Acid; 1H-Tetrazole-2-acetic Acid (tautomer); 2-Acetic Acid Tetrazole; Tetrazolylacetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2H-Tetrazol-2-Acetic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is compatible with strong acids and organic solvents but should be kept separate from strong bases and oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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