Description

2-Hydroxy-4-Methylthiobutanamide is a versatile sulfur-containing organic compound with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both hydroxyl and thioether functional groups, makes it a valuable intermediate for producing high-performance additives and specialty chemicals. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to develop novel products with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfur-based functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Acts as an intermediate for manufacturing antioxidants, light stabilizers, and other performance-enhancing additives for plastics and rubbers.
• Nutritional Supplement Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of precursors for methionine analogs and other sulfur-containing feed and food additives.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic chemists exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel specialty chemicals.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Used in the production of specific intermediates for personal care products requiring sulfur-based compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-4-Methylthiobutanamide
CAS No.	49540-21-8
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2S
Molecular Weight	149.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Methylthio)-2-hydroxybutyramide; 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyramide; 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylmercapto)butyramide; HMTBA amide; Methionine hydroxy analog amide; 2-Hydroxy-4-methylthiobutyramide; 4-Methylthio-2-hydroxybutyramide; 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylsulfanyl)butanamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-4-Methylthiobutanamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer various grades, including technical and high-purity standards, to meet diverse application needs. All products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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