Description

3-(Carboxymethyl)Pentanedioic Acid is a versatile polycarboxylic acid derivative, valued for its unique chelating and metal-binding properties. This compound is essential for formulators and researchers requiring a multi-functional organic acid intermediate. It finds significant utility in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from synthesis to water treatment.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Chelating Agent: Functions as a metal ion sequestrant in industrial water treatment and cleaning formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for polymers, resins, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reactions.
• Surface Treatment: Used in metal surface pretreatment and plating baths for improved adhesion and corrosion resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Carboxymethyl)Pentanedioic Acid
CAS No.	57056-39-0
Molecular Formula	C8H12O6
Molecular Weight	204.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxymethylglutaric Acid; 3-(Carboxymethyl)pentanedioic Acid; 3-Carboxymethylpentanedioic Acid; Glutaric Acid, 3-(Carboxymethyl)-; 3-Carboxymethyl-1,5-pentanedioic Acid; 1,3,5-Pentanetricarboxylic Acid; 3-(Carboxymethyl)glutaric Acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Carboxymethyl)Pentanedioic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation and clumping.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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