Description

Valeric Acid Hydrazide is a versatile organic intermediate belonging to the class of carboxylic acid hydrazides. This compound is of significant commercial importance due to its reactive hydrazide functional group, which makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of new molecules and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity, including pyrazoles, triazoles, and oxadiazoles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the hydrazide moiety is incorporated into the active molecule.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a chain extender or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, polyurethanes, and resins.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Serves as a component in formulations designed to protect metals from corrosion in industrial processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential reagent in organic synthesis for constructing carbon-nitrogen bonds and developing novel chemical entities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of certain azo dyes and complex colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Valeric Acid Hydrazide
CAS No.	38291-82-6
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2O
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentanoic Acid Hydrazide; Pentanoylhydrazine; n-Valeric Acid Hydrazide; Valeryl Hydrazide; 1-Hydrazinopentan-1-one; Butanecarboxylic Acid Hydrazide; n-Butanecarboxylic Acid Hydrazide; Valeric Hydrazide
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Quality Control

Our Valeric Acid Hydrazide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to minimize potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	108°C - 112°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.