Description

3-Cyclopropyl-3-Hydroxypropanoic Acid is a versatile chiral building block and intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a cyclopropyl ring and a β-hydroxy acid moiety, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules with specific stereochemistry. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced activity and selectivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Serves as a starting material in methodological studies and for exploring new chemical spaces in medicinal chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyclopropyl-3-Hydroxypropanoic Acid
CAS No.	5617-87-8
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyclopropyl-3-hydroxypropionic acid; β-Hydroxy-β-cyclopropylpropionic acid; 3-Hydroxy-3-cyclopropylpropanoic acid; Cyclopropanepropanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-; 5617-87-8; NSC 163044; 3-Cyclopropyl-3-hydroxy-propionic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cyclopropyl-3-Hydroxypropanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to avoid absorption of moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (enantiomeric excess)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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