Description

Valeric Acid, 2,3-Dihydroxy-3-Methyl- is a functionalized short-chain fatty acid derivative, offering a unique combination of a carboxylic acid group with adjacent hydroxyl functionalities. This molecular structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing more complex organic compounds. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its functional groups enable specific biological activity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for esters and lactones that contribute to creamy, dairy, or fruity notes in high-value flavor and fragrance formulations.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways, catalysis, and material science applications.
• Polymer Modification: Functions as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyesters and resins with enhanced properties.
• Coordination Chemistry: Used as a ligand for metal complexes in catalytic and material applications due to its multiple oxygen donor atoms.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Valeric Acid, 2,3-Dihydroxy-3-Methyl-
CAS No.	562-43-6
Molecular Formula	C6H12O4
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dihydroxy-3-methylpentanoic acid; 3-Methyl-2,3-dihydroxypentanoic acid; 3-Methyl-2,3-dihydroxyvaleric acid; α,β-Dihydroxy-β-methylvaleric acid; β-Hydroxy-β-methyl-α-hydroxymethylbutyric acid; (RS)-2,3-Dihydroxy-3-methylpentanoic acid; DL-2,3-Dihydroxy-3-methylvaleric acid
EINECS	209-226-6

Quality Control

Our Valeric Acid, 2,3-Dihydroxy-3-Methyl- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance in regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
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.