Description

3,4-Dihydroxy-2-Methylenebutyric Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both hydroxyl and carboxylic acid groups on a methylene-substituted butyric acid backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate for the synthesis of more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is particularly sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for research and development, as well as scale-up production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for specialty chemicals, including complex ligands, chelating agents, and polymer modifiers.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research.
• Material Science: Potential use in the development of functional polymers and coatings where hydroxyl and acid groups can impart specific properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dihydroxy-2-Methylenebutyric Acid
CAS No.	24923-78-2
Molecular Formula	C5H8O4
Molecular Weight	132.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylene-3,4-dihydroxybutyric Acid; (3,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic Acid); 2-Methylidenebutane-1,3,4-triol-1-carboxylic Acid; 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic Acid; 2-Methylenebutane-1,3,4-triol-1-carboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-Methylenebutyric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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