Description

Bis[3-(Acetyloxy)Propionic]Anhydride is a specialized organic anhydride used as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, enabling its use in the production of polymers, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups or build complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for prodrugs and compounds requiring ester or carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polyesters, polyamides, and other condensation polymers with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, dyes, and plasticizers where precise functional group introduction is required.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for modifying peptides, proteins, or other biomolecules due to its reactive anhydride group.
• Material Science: Applied in surface modification and the development of advanced coatings and adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis[3-(Acetyloxy)Propionic]Anhydride
CAS No.	55656-58-1
Molecular Formula	C10H14O8
Molecular Weight	262.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(3-acetoxypropionyl) anhydride; 3-Acetoxypropionic anhydride; Bis(3-acetoxypropanoic) anhydride; Di(3-acetoxypropionyl) oxide; 1,1'-(Oxydicarbonyl)bis(3-acetoxypropane); Propanoic acid, 3-(acetyloxy)-, anhydride; Acetyloxypropionic anhydride
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Quality Control

Our Bis[3-(Acetyloxy)Propionic]Anhydride is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by HPLC, identification by FT-IR, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation by atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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