Description

2-Hydroxypropyl Valerate is a valuable ester compound with the CAS registry number 59569-67-4. It serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and functional ingredient, prized for its ability to modify solubility and impart specific properties in advanced formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials for synthesis and product development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where its ester group can be leveraged for controlled release or improved bioavailability.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Functions as an emollient, skin-conditioning agent, or solvent in creams, lotions, and other topical formulations.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a plasticizer or co-monomer to alter the flexibility, durability, or processing characteristics of specialty polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Synthesis: Serves as a building block or precursor for creating specific ester notes in advanced flavor and fragrance compositions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis and process development within R&D laboratories.
• Lubricant & Functional Fluid Additive: Used as a component in synthetic lubricants or industrial fluids to enhance performance properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxypropyl Valerate
CAS No.	59569-67-4
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxypropyl ester; Valeric acid, 2-hydroxypropyl ester; 1,2-Propanediol monovalerate; 2-Hydroxypropyl pentanoate; Hydroxypropyl valerate; Propylene glycol monovalerate; 2-Hydroxypropyl valerianate; 2-Hydroxypropyl n-valerate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxypropyl Valerate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters, and our quality systems support compliance with cGMP and ISO standards for industrial and pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.435
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.970 - 0.990
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.