Description

Tetrahydro-2,6-Dioxo-2H-Pyran-3-Propionic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique fused pyran-dione structure makes it a valuable precursor for developing complex molecules with specific functional properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries seeking to create novel active ingredients and specialty intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those with heterocyclic cores, due to its reactive carboxylic acid and ketone functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific bicyclic scaffolds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and advanced materials where its rigid structure can influence color and stability properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound for developing new synthetic routes involving lactone and acid chemistry.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polyesters and polymers with degradable linkages.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahydro-2,6-Dioxo-2H-Pyran-3-Propionic Acid
CAS No.	40550-18-3
Molecular Formula	C8H10O5
Molecular Weight	186.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Tetrahydro-2,6-dioxo-2H-pyran-3-yl)propanoic acid; 3-(Tetrahydro-2,6-dioxo-2H-pyran-3-yl)propionic acid; Tetrahydro-2,6-dioxo-2H-pyran-3-propanoic acid; 4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-2H-pyran-3,5-dicarboxylic acid (lactone form); Dihydro-5-oxo-2H-pyran-3-propionic acid δ-lactone; 40550-18-3; 3-(Tetrahydro-2,6-dioxopyran-3-yl)propanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our Tetrahydro-2,6-Dioxo-2H-Pyran-3-Propionic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.