Description

n-(3-Ethoxy-3-Oxopropyl)-n-(3-Hydroxypropyl)-β-Alanine Ethyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound with a unique bifunctional structure, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular design, featuring both ethoxy-oxopropyl and hydroxypropyl moieties attached to a β-alanine ethyl ester backbone, makes it a valuable building block for creating polymers, surfactants, and functional additives with tailored properties. This product is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific solubility, linkage, or surface-active characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring specific ester linkages or hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polyesters, polyamides, and acrylic resins to modify flexibility, adhesion, or curing properties.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers used in agrochemical formulations, coatings, and personal care products.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Employed in creating novel herbicide or plant growth regulator molecules that benefit from its bifunctional reactivity and potential for slow-release mechanisms.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Incorporated into formulations for synthetic lubricants and fuel additives where ester groups provide desirable solvency and detergency properties.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Utilized as a building block for synthesizing emollients, viscosity modifiers, or delivery agents in cosmetic and skincare formulations.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic chemistry research for exploring new reaction pathways and creating libraries of novel functional molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(3-Ethoxy-3-Oxopropyl)-n-(3-Hydroxypropyl)-β-Alanine Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	53935-66-3
Molecular Formula	C13H25NO5
Molecular Weight	275.34 g/mol
Synonyms	β-Alanine, N-(3-ethoxy-3-oxopropyl)-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-[3-(3-hydroxypropyl)amino]propionylaminopropionate; N,N-Bis(3-ethoxy-3-oxopropyl)-3-aminopropanol (related structure); 3-[3-(3-Hydroxypropyl)amino]propionylaminopropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Amino Ester Intermediate AEI-53935; NSC 403119; Bifunctional β-Alanine Ester Derivative
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Quality Control

Our n-(3-Ethoxy-3-Oxopropyl)-n-(3-Hydroxypropyl)-β-Alanine Ethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and consistent batch-to-batch performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

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%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.05 - 1.15
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.470

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