Description

2-(Hydroxyimino)Propanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile organic synthon featuring both an oxime and an ester functional group, making it a valuable intermediate in complex chemical synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a key building block for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to introduce specific molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing heterocyclic or oxime-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, where its reactive groups enable the construction of complex bioactive molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for creating novel compounds in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring precise molecular architecture.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Ligand and Chelator Synthesis: Useful for creating novel ligands for catalysis or metal chelating agents due to the coordinating ability of the oxime group.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Hydroxyimino)Propanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	5634-53-7
Molecular Formula	C4H7NO3
Molecular Weight	117.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(hydroxyimino)propanoate; Methyl pyruvate oxime; 2-(Hydroxyimino)propionic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-(hydroxyimino)propionate; Pyruvic acid methyl ester oxime; Acetohydroxamic acid methyl ester; Oxime of methyl pyruvate; Methyl α-(hydroxyimino)propionate
EINECS	227-076-1

Quality Control

Our 2-(Hydroxyimino)Propanoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening a new container to maintain purity and stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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