Description

Acetyloxyacetaldehyde is a versatile and reactive bifunctional organic compound, serving as a key building block in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce both aldehyde and ester functionalities in a single molecule, enabling efficient multi-step reactions. This makes it particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to streamline synthetic pathways and develop novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Compounds: Serves as a building block for creating specific ester and aldehyde notes in complex aroma chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or a monomer modifier in specialty polymer formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures via aldol and other condensation reactions.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Its reactive aldehyde group can be utilized for labeling and modifying biomolecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetyloxyacetaldehyde
CAS No.	5371-49-3
Molecular Formula	C4H6O3
Molecular Weight	102.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycolaldehyde acetate; 2-Oxoethyl acetate; Acetoxyacetaldehyde; Acetyloxyethanal; (Acetyloxy)acetaldehyde; Hydroxymethyl ketone acetate; 1-Acetoxy-2-oxoethane; Acetic acid 2-oxoethyl ester
EINECS	226-347-8

Quality Control

Every batch of Acetyloxyacetaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

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 properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from heat and ignition sources. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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