Description

3-Hydroxy-4-Oxopyran-2,6-Dicarboxylic Acid is a specialized organic compound belonging to the pyranone class, serving as a versatile chemical building block and intermediate. Its unique molecular structure makes it valuable for synthesizing complex molecules and fine-tuning material properties in advanced research and manufacturing. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Coordination Chemistry & Chelating Agent: Acts as a ligand for metal ions, useful in catalysis and material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes to construct complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Serves in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to introduce specific functional groups, altering material characteristics.
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies involving enzyme inhibitors or metabolic pathway analysis due to its structural similarity to certain natural products.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-4-Oxopyran-2,6-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	497-59-6
Molecular Formula	C7H4O7
Molecular Weight	200.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dicarboxy-3-hydroxy-4-pyrone; Chelidonic Acid; 4-Oxo-1,4-pyran-2,6-dicarboxylic acid; 3-Hydroxy-4H-pyran-4-one-2,6-dicarboxylic acid; 4-Oxopyran-2,6-dicarboxylic acid, 3-hydroxy-; 3-Hydroxy-4-oxo-4H-pyran-2,6-dicarboxylic acid; 1,4-Dihydro-3-hydroxy-4-oxopyran-2,6-dicarboxylic acid; γ-Pyrone-2,6-dicarboxylic acid, 3-hydroxy-4-oxo-
EINECS	207-847-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-4-Oxopyran-2,6-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to the compound's sensitivity to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	285 - 295 °C (dec.)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.