Description

2,3-Dihydroxypropanoic Acid is a versatile hydroxy acid derivative with significant utility in organic synthesis and industrial applications. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both hydroxyl and carboxylic acid groups, makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical sectors seeking high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting metabolic pathways.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Used as a mild exfoliating agent and moisturizing component in advanced skincare products due to its α-hydroxy acid (AHA) properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Food Additive & Flavoring Agent: Functions as an acidity regulator and flavor enhancer in certain food processing applications.
• Chelating Agent: Acts as a ligand for metal ions in various industrial processes and cleaning formulations.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce hydrophilic properties into polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dihydroxypropanoic Acid
CAS No.	6000-40-4
Molecular Formula	C3H6O4
Molecular Weight	106.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Glyceric Acid; 2,3-Dihydroxypropionic Acid; α,β-Dihydroxypropionic Acid; 3-Hydroxy-2-hydroxypropanoic Acid; DL-Glyceric Acid; Racemic Glyceric Acid; 2,3-Dihydroxypropanoate
EINECS	227-842-3

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dihydroxypropanoic Acid is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with specifications meeting the requirements for pharmaceutical and food-grade applications where applicable. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Specific Rotation (if applicable)	Contact for details

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