Description

Hydroxylamine, o-(Carboxymethyl)- is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a hydroxylamine and a carboxylic acid group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing. It is essential for researchers and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require a reliable building block for heterocycle formation and functional group manipulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for hydroxamic acid derivatives and heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the manufacture of specialized chelating agents used in water treatment and metal purification.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymers for enhanced properties like adhesion or biocompatibility.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for labeling and crosslinking proteins and other biomolecules.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxylamine, o-(Carboxymethyl)-
CAS No.	645-88-5
Molecular Formula	C3H7NO4
Molecular Weight	121.09 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Carboxymethyl)hydroxylamine; (Carboxymethoxy)amine; Aminooxyacetic acid hemihydrochloride (common salt form); Glycine, N-hydroxy-; Hydroxyaminoacetic acid; O-Carboxymethylhydroxylamine; Aminooxyacetate; AOAA
EINECS	211-458-0

Quality Control

Our Hydroxylamine, o-(Carboxymethyl)- is produced 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 including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for critical synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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