Description

(2,2-Dimethylpropanoyl)Amino]Acetic Acid is a high-purity organic compound, also known as Pivaloylglycine, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block. Its significance lies in its stable, hindered structure derived from pivalic acid, which is crucial for imparting specific properties in advanced chemical synthesis. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sterically hindered amide groups for metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the pivaloyl moiety enhances compound efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Peptide Mimetics & Biochemistry: Serves as a modified amino acid derivative in the research and development of peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialized polymers, contributing to desired thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules, leveraging its reactivity in acylation and condensation reactions.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation in related chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,2-Dimethylpropanoyl)Amino]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	23891-96-5
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO3
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Pivaloylglycine; N-Pivaloylglycine; 2-[(2,2-Dimethylpropanoyl)amino]acetic acid; Glycine, N-(2,2-dimethyl-1-oxopropyl)-; N-(2,2-Dimethylpropanoyl)glycine; 2-Amino-N-(2,2-dimethylpropanoyl)acetamide; Pivalic acid glycine amide
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Quality Control

Our (2,2-Dimethylpropanoyl)Amino]Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for pharmaceutical and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a 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, which could affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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