Description

2,3-Dihydroxybutanediamide is a versatile organic compound belonging to the class of hydroxylated diamides. This chemical serves as a valuable multifunctional building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is particularly relevant for industries requiring chiral or polyfunctional molecules, such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. Our supply ensures consistent high purity and reliable availability for your critical R&D and production needs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of chiral drugs, complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific stereochemistry.
• Chelating Agent: Used in formulations for metal ion sequestration in industrial processes or analytical chemistry.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyamides, polyesters, and resins with enhanced properties.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Potential intermediate for synthesizing moisturizing or skin-conditioning agents.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Ligand precursor for chiral catalysts used in stereoselective chemical transformations.
• Analytical Reagent: Used as a standard or reagent in chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,3-Dihydroxybutanediamide
CAS No.	6051-30-5
Molecular Formula	C4H8N2O4
Molecular Weight	148.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Dihydroxysuccinamide; 2,3-Dihydroxysuccinamide; Tartaramide; meso-Tartaramide; (2R,3S)-2,3-Dihydroxybutanediamide; (2S,3R)-2,3-Dihydroxybutanediamide; Butanediamide, 2,3-dihydroxy-; Succinamide, 2,3-dihydroxy-
EINECS	227-977-7

Quality Control

Every batch of our 2,3-Dihydroxybutanediamide is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and comprehensive testing is performed to confirm identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available 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 performance.

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)	≤ 20 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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