Description

2-tert-Butylpropanedioic Acid is a specialized dicarboxylic acid derivative characterized by its sterically hindered tert-butyl group. This structural feature makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering unique reactivity and stability profiles. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors for developing novel compounds, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a specialized building block for constructing complex organic molecules in research and pilot-scale production.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-tert-Butylpropanedioic Acid
CAS No.	4379-33-3
Molecular Formula	C7H12O4
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-tert-Butylmalonic Acid; tert-Butylmalonic Acid; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)propanedioic Acid; 2-(tert-Butyl)malonic Acid; NSC 404088; Propanedioic acid, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 2-tert-Butylpropanedioic Acid; 2-(tert-Butyl)propanedioic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-tert-Butylpropanedioic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are 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%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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