Description

Dihydroxyacetaldehyde is a versatile biochemical building block and a key intermediate in carbohydrate metabolism. This compound matters for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of various fine chemicals and its involvement in fundamental biological pathways like glycolysis and the Maillard reaction. Industries requiring advanced organic synthesis, including pharmaceutical R&D, cosmetic science, and food flavoring, utilize this high-purity chemical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and glycobiology research.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as a precursor for skin-conditioning agents and humectants in advanced cosmetic formulations.
• Food Science & Flavoring: Employed as an intermediate in the development of natural flavors and in studies related to the Maillard reaction for food browning and flavor generation.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable building block for synthesizing complex sugars, chiral compounds, and specialty fine chemicals.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Used in the formulation of specific diagnostic kits and biochemical assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dihydroxyacetaldehyde
CAS No.	631-59-4
Molecular Formula	C2H4O3
Molecular Weight	76.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycolaldehyde; Hydroxyacetaldehyde; 2-Hydroxyacetaldehyde; 2-Hydroxyethanal; Glycolic aldehyde; DHA; Glyceraldehyde isomer; Formylmethanol
EINECS	211-174-5

Quality Control

Our Dihydroxyacetaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, store under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon in a cool, dry place (recommended 2-8°C for long-term stability). Keep away from oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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