Description

2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid is a versatile organic acid and a key chiral building block in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional nature, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxyl group, which enables a wide range of chemical transformations. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral precursor for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in stereoselective reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where specific stereochemistry is required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymeric materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development and as a standard in analytical chemistry.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of chiral catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid
CAS No.	31587-11-8
Molecular Formula	C₃H₆O₃
Molecular Weight	90.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Lactic Acid (specific enantiomer); 2-Hydroxypropionic Acid; α-Hydroxypropanoic Acid; (S)-2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid; (R)-2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid; DL-Lactic Acid (racemic mixture); Tisulac; Ordinary Lactic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. We provide material that meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, detailing parameters such as assay, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles. Specifications can be aligned with customer-specific requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid / Solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	Specify (S) or (R) isomer
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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