Description

Propionimidic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt and a key protected intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a reactive building block for constructing more complex nitrogen-containing molecules, particularly amidines and heterocycles. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing amidine or guanidine functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific nitrogen-based heterocyclic structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile reagent for constructing novel molecular scaffolds in medicinal chemistry and material science research.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Can be utilized to introduce reactive handles onto biomolecules or polymers for further functionalization.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propionimidic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride
CAS No.	40546-35-8
Molecular Formula	C5H12ClNO
Molecular Weight	137.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Propionimidate Hydrochloride; Ethyl Propionimidate HCl; Propionimidic Acid Ethyl Ester HCl; Propionimidic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride Salt; Ethyl 1-Imino-1-propionate Hydrochloride; NSC 401952; Ethyl Propionimidate Hydrochloride Salt; Ethyl Propionimidate Hydrochloride (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our Propionimidic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and reproducible synthetic building blocks.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.