Description

n-Butylmalonic Acid is a versatile dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows for selective reactions at either carboxyl group, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring malonic acid-derived side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Polymer Chemistry: A monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyesters and polyamides with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Knoevenagel condensations, decarboxylation reactions, and other C-C bond forming processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry and material science research programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butylmalonic Acid
CAS No.	5917-45-3
Molecular Formula	C7H12O4
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Butylmalonic Acid; 2-Butylpropanedioic Acid; 1-Butyl-1,3-propanedicarboxylic Acid; Propanoic Acid, 2-Butyl-1,3-dicarboxy-; 2-Butylmalonic Acid; n-Butylmalonate; 5917-45-3
EINECS	227-673-3

Quality Control

Our n-Butylmalonic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results for parameters including assay, moisture content, and identification. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	108°C - 112°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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