Description

3,4-Dihydroxy-Butanoic Acid is a valuable bifunctional organic compound, serving as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure, featuring both hydroxyl and carboxylic acid groups, makes it a critical precursor for pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and specialty materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of β-blockers, statins, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Building block for producing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs and specialty polymers.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Research: Used in metabolic pathway studies and as a precursor for labeled compounds in biochemical assays.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Potential intermediate for synthesizing moisturizing agents and skin-conditioning compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for creating chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dihydroxy-Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	51267-44-8
Molecular Formula	C4H8O4
Molecular Weight	120.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dihydroxybutyric Acid; (R,S)-3,4-Dihydroxybutanoic Acid; DL-3,4-Dihydroxybutyric Acid; 3,4-Dihydroxybutanoate; THF-2-carboxylic Acid; Tetrahydrofuran-2-carboxylic Acid derivative; 3,4-DHBA; Butanoic acid, 3,4-dihydroxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dihydroxy-Butanoic 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 industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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