Description

Butanoic Acid, 3-Amino-2-Cyano-2-Hydroxy-3-Methyl- is a specialized, multifunctional organic compound featuring amino, cyano, and hydroxy groups on a butanoic acid backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules in advanced research and manufacturing. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of molecules with specific biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring a complex molecular scaffold.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a reagent in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research for constructing heterocyclic compounds.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts, leveraging its multiple binding sites.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Butanoic Acid, 3-Amino-2-Cyano-2-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-
CAS No.	35768-30-0
Molecular Formula	C6H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	158.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-2-cyano-2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoic acid; 2-Cyano-3-amino-2-hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid; 3-Methyl-3-amino-2-cyano-2-hydroxybutanoic acid; Amino-cyano-hydroxy-methylbutanoic acid; ACHMB; (3-Amino-2-cyano-2-hydroxy-3-methyl)butanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our Butanoic Acid, 3-Amino-2-Cyano-2-Hydroxy-3-Methyl- is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.