Description

Hydroxymuconic Semialdehyde is a key reactive intermediate and metabolite in the microbial degradation pathways of aromatic compounds. This compound matters as a crucial building block for synthesizing more complex organic molecules and for studying biochemical processes. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical synthesis sectors, as well as in environmental science for biodegradation studies.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical intermediate in the study of catechol and protocatechuate metabolic pathways (meta-cleavage) in bacteria.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the research and synthesis of new herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Environmental Science: Employed as a standard or probe in studies of aromatic hydrocarbon biodegradation and environmental remediation.
• Enzymology Studies: Substrate for enzymes like catechol 2,3-dioxygenase, useful in enzyme mechanism and inhibition research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxymuconic Semialdehyde
CAS No.	3270-98-2
Molecular Formula	C6H6O4
Molecular Weight	142.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxymuconic semialdehyde; 2-Hydroxy-6-oxohexa-2,4-dienoic acid; 2-Hydroxy-6-oxo-2,4-hexadienoate; 2-Hydroxymuconate semialdehyde; HMS; 2-Hydroxy-6-oxohexa-2,4-dienoate; meta-Cleavage product of catechol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hydroxymuconic Semialdehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets high-purity research and synthesis standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity, the material should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent oxidation. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Assay	≥ 97%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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