Description

Hydroxyethyloxamic Acid is a versatile organic compound with a hydroxamic acid functional group, valued for its metal-chelating properties and role as a key synthetic intermediate. This compound is crucial for industries requiring precise chemical synthesis and complexation chemistry. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring hydroxamate moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its chelating ability is beneficial.
• Metal Chelation & Decontamination: Acts as an effective chelating agent for transition metals in industrial cleaning formulations and water treatment processes.
• Polymer Additive: Functions as a stabilizer or modifier in polymer systems to improve properties like UV resistance or metal ion scavenging.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry labs for studying hydroxamic acid chemistry and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into coatings and fluids to protect metal surfaces by forming stable complexes with metal ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxyethyloxamic Acid
CAS No.	5270-73-5
Molecular Formula	C4H9NO4
Molecular Weight	135.12 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)oxamic Acid; 2-Hydroxyethyloxamic Acid; Ethanol, 2-[(aminocarbonyl)oxy]-; Glycolic acid oxime; Oxamic acid, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-; 2-Hydroxyethanoxamic acid
EINECS	226-082-7

Quality Control

Our Hydroxyethyloxamic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by HPLC, identification by IR spectroscopy, and control of key impurities, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

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

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