Description

2-(Oxiran-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both an epoxide ring and a carboxylic acid group, making it a valuable building block for chemical synthesis. This unique structure allows it to serve as a reactive intermediate for creating polymers, coatings, and specialty chemicals with tailored properties. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel compounds and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring epoxy or hydroxy acid functionalities.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used as a cross-linking agent or co-monomer to introduce reactive epoxy groups into acrylic, polyester, or polyurethane resins, enhancing adhesion and chemical resistance.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive sites allow for the construction of complex molecular architectures.
• Surface Coatings & Adhesives: Imparts improved durability, weatherability, and bonding strength in high-performance coatings, inks, and adhesive formulations.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for modifying proteins, peptides, or other biomolecules due to the selective reactivity of the epoxide group.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing surfactants, plasticizers, and corrosion inhibitors.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Oxiran-2-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	33278-09-0
Molecular Formula	C4H6O3
Molecular Weight	102.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycidic Acid; Oxiran-2-ylacetic Acid; 2,3-Epoxypropionic Acid; 2-Oxiranecarboxylic Acid; 3,4-Epoxybutanoic Acid; Glycidol Carboxylic Acid; (Oxiran-2-yl)acetic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Oxiran-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and safety data are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases, oxidizing agents, and amines.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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