Description

D-Mandelic Acid Sodium Salt is the sodium salt derivative of the enantiomerically pure D-(-)-Mandelic Acid. This high-purity chiral compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of optically active pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries where stereochemical control is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, and other therapeutics.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a chiral resolving agent or auxiliary in the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic studies and as a substrate or standard in analytical methods for chiral separation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of certain chiral pesticides and herbicides.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Potential use in the formulation of high-end skincare products, leveraging mandelic acid's properties in a stabilized salt form.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Mandelic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	54385-47-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7NaO3
Molecular Weight	174.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-Mandelic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium (R)-(-)-mandelate; D-(-)-Mandelic Acid Sodium Salt; (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium D-mandelate; (R)-(-)-α-Hydroxybenzeneacetic Acid Sodium Salt; L-(-)-Mandelic Acid Sodium Salt (obsolete/inverted nomenclature); Mandelic Acid Sodium Salt (D-form)
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Quality Control

Our D-Mandelic Acid Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity, chiral integrity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing parameters such as assay, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP or other rigorous regulatory standards.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	Conforms
Specific Rotation [α]D20	-150° to -158° (c=1 in H2O)

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