Description

3-Hydroxymethylpyridiniumhydrogen-L(+)-Tartaric Acid Salt is a high-purity organic salt compound, valued for its role as a key chiral intermediate and building block in sophisticated chemical synthesis. Its primary commercial importance lies in enabling the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, where the L(+)-tartaric acid moiety provides critical stereochemical control. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality chiral precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in neurologic and cardiovascular drug classes.
• Asymmetric Synthesis Catalyst/Reagent: Used to induce chirality in organic reactions, facilitating the production of single-enantiomer compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of complex specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable compound for methodological development in organic chemistry and process chemistry laboratories.
• Resolution Agent: Potentially used in the chiral resolution of racemic mixtures due to its tartaric acid component.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxymethylpyridiniumhydrogen-L(+)-Tartaric Acid Salt
CAS No.	6164-87-0
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO8
Molecular Weight	289.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Pyridoxine L-(+)-Tartrate Salt; 3-Hydroxymethylpyridinium Hydrogen Tartrate; Vitamin B6 Tartrate; Pyridoxine Tartrate; (3-Hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-methylpyridin-4-yl)methanol; (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate; L-(+)-Tartaric acid compound with 3-hydroxymethylpyridine
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Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxymethylpyridiniumhydrogen-L(+)-Tartaric Acid Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider the use of desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	+12.0° to +14.0° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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