Description

2-Methoxymalonamide is a versatile bifunctional organic building block featuring both amide and methoxy-substituted malonate functionalities. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of complex molecules, offering a reactive handle for further chemical elaboration. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a functionalized malonamide core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for creating specialty chemicals, dyes, and complex organic ligands used in catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories for method development and the construction of heterocyclic compounds or complex molecular architectures.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the development of novel polymeric materials with specific properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxymalonamide
CAS No.	5018-31-5
Molecular Formula	C5H8N2O3
Molecular Weight	144.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Methoxymalonamide; Propanediamide, 2-methoxy-; 2-Methoxypropanediamide; Methoxymalonic acid diamide; NSC 403169; 2-Methoxy-1,3-propanediamide; Malonamide, 2-methoxy-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxymalonamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatography, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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.