Description

2-Hydroxy-3-[4-(2-Methoxyethyl)Phenoxy]Propanoic Acid is a specialized organic compound with a defined molecular structure that makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in its functional groups, which allow for targeted modifications in the creation of more complex molecules, ensuring high purity and consistent reactivity. This product is essential for research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science industries who require reliable building blocks for their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile intermediate for organic chemists in academia and industry for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Potential use in creating linkers for drug delivery systems or diagnostic agents due to its reactive hydroxyl and carboxylic acid groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-3-[4-(2-Methoxyethyl)Phenoxy]Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	56392-15-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₅
Molecular Weight	240.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-3-[4-(2-methoxyethyl)phenoxy]propanoic acid; 3-[4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenoxy]-2-hydroxypropanoic acid; 2-Hydroxy-3-(4-(2-methoxyethyl)phenoxy)propionic acid; Glycolic acid, 2-[p-(2-methoxyethyl)phenoxy]-; 4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenoxyhydroxyacetic acid; 56392-15-5; NSC 403796
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-3-[4-(2-Methoxyethyl)Phenoxy]Propanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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