Description

Comanic Acid is a high-purity organic compound with the CAS registry number 499-05-8, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and analytical reagent. This product is essential for research and development, particularly in the synthesis of complex molecules and as a reference standard. It is primarily sought by professionals in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for its consistent quality and reliable performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a high-purity reference standard and reagent in chromatographic analysis and method development.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for creating complex organic compounds, dyes, and specialty chemicals.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development and testing of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical material for chemical research in universities and corporate laboratories exploring new reactions and materials.
• Biochemical Studies: Utilized in studies involving enzyme inhibition or as a probe in metabolic pathway research.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Comanic Acid
CAS No.	499-05-8
Molecular Formula	C7H4O5
Molecular Weight	168.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxo-4H-pyran-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Oxo-2-pyrancarboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-5-pyrone; 5-Oxo-1,5-dihydropyran-2-carboxylic acid; Comanic acid; 2-Pyrone-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Oxopyran-2-carboxylic acid
EINECS	207-880-1

Quality Control

Our Comanic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is 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 tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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