Description

2-(Hydroxyamino)Acetic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring both hydroxylamino and carboxylic acid functional groups, making it a valuable building block in synthetic chemistry. Its unique bifunctional structure enables its use as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chelating agents. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and production in fine chemical synthesis, pharmaceutical development, and material science applications where precise molecular control is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of hydroxamic acid derivatives, which are important pharmacophores in drug discovery for enzyme inhibition (e.g., histone deacetylase inhibitors).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require the hydroxamic acid moiety for biological activity.
• Metal Chelation & Corrosion Inhibition: Acts as an effective chelating agent for transition metals like iron and copper, finding applications in water treatment, industrial cleaning formulations, and corrosion inhibitor packages.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce hydroxamic acid groups into polymers, enhancing properties like metal-binding capacity for specialty resins and coatings.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring novel organic reactions and synthesizing complex molecules for biological evaluation.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Intermediate: Used in the production of certain cosmetic actives, particularly those requiring metal-sequestering properties in skincare formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Hydroxyamino)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	3545-78-6
Molecular Formula	C₂H₅NO₃
Molecular Weight	91.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycine, N-hydroxy-; N-Hydroxyglycine; Hydroxyaminomethanecarboxylic Acid; (Hydroxyamino)acetic Acid; Hydroxyaminoacetic Acid; O-Aminohydroxyacetic Acid; Aminooxyacetic Acid (common); Acetic acid, 2-(hydroxyamino)-
EINECS	222-581-9

Quality Control

Our 2-(Hydroxyamino)Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C (dec.)
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.