Description

2-Hydroxypropanal is a versatile bifunctional organic compound, serving as a key intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its structure, containing both aldehyde and alcohol functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for creating more complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates for their production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for manufacturing certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Acts as a starting material for creating specific aroma compounds and flavoring agents.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in polymer chemistry for the production of resins and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a reagent in organic synthesis for academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Biochemical Studies: Used in metabolic pathway research and as a substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxypropanal
CAS No.	3913-65-3
Molecular Formula	C3H6O2
Molecular Weight	74.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Lactaldehyde; 2-Hydroxypropionaldehyde; α-Hydroxypropionaldehyde; (RS)-Lactaldehyde; DL-Lactaldehyde; Propionaldehyde, 2-hydroxy-; Methylglycolaldehyde; Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	223-470-1

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxypropanal is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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