Description

3-Oxobutanoic Acid is a versatile keto acid and a key chemical intermediate with significant industrial relevance. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a ketone and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials for their production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A crucial intermediate in the production of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including certain antibiotics, cardiovascular drugs, and central nervous system agents.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive carbonyl and acid functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used as a building block for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, dyes, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs as a starting material for novel heterocyclic compounds and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Industry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for producing specialized polyesters and other functional polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxobutanoic Acid
CAS No.	4387-93-3
Molecular Formula	C4H6O3
Molecular Weight	102.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetoacetic Acid; 3-Oxobutyric Acid; Diacetic Acid; β-Ketobutyric Acid; Acetylacetic Acid; 3-Ketobutyric Acid; Acetonecarboxylic Acid
EINECS	224-516-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Oxobutanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	36°C - 40°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.