Description

3-Hydroxyvaleric Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile chiral building block and specialty ester of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, containing both a hydroxyl and an ester group, which makes it a key intermediate for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for developing active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its hydroxy ester functionality is incorporated into the final molecule.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or modifying agent in the creation of specific ester-based aroma compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or co-monomer in the synthesis of specialized polyesters and biodegradable polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for method development and the construction of complex organic frameworks.
• Chemical Crosslinking Agent: Its functional groups allow it to participate in reactions that form covalent bonds between polymer chains.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Hydroxyvaleric Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	56009-31-5
Molecular Formula	C6H12O3
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Hydroxypentanoate; Methyl 3-Hydroxyvalerate; 3-Hydroxypentanoic Acid Methyl Ester; β-Hydroxyvaleric Acid Methyl Ester; 3-Hydroxy-N-valeric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl β-Hydroxypentanoate; 3-Hydroxypentanoic acid, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxyvaleric Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the required chemical purity and identity specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results from methods such as GC, HPLC, and NMR are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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