Description

Tetramic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and a privileged scaffold in medicinal chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring a 2,4-pyrrolidinedione core, makes it a valuable building block for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. This product is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it is used to create compounds with biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Core building block for synthesizing antibiotics, antifungal agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Key precursor in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and complex organic compounds.
• Research & Development: Serves as a crucial scaffold in medicinal chemistry for drug discovery programs.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand for metal ions in catalytic and material science applications.
• Bioconjugate Chemistry: Utilized in the synthesis of probes and labeled compounds for biochemical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetramic Acid
CAS No.	503-83-3
Molecular Formula	C4H5NO3
Molecular Weight	115.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Pyrrolidinedione; 3-Acetyl-4-hydroxy-2-pyrrolidinone; 3-Acetyl-4-hydroxypyrrolidin-2-one; 4-Hydroxy-3-acetyl-2-pyrrolidinone; Tetramic acid (3-acetyl-4-hydroxy-); 3-Acetyl-4-hydroxy-1H-pyrrol-2(5H)-one
EINECS	207-970-2

Quality Control

Our Tetramic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and is accompanied by a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA). We adhere to relevant industry standards, and our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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