Description

2-Butenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Sodium Salt, (2Z)- is the sodium salt of the (Z)-isomer of 2-methyl-2-butenoic acid, a key chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its role in organic synthesis, particularly in reactions where a stabilized, conjugated carboxylate anion is required. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the production of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a comonomer or functionalizing agent in specialty polymer production.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a nucleophile or stabilized anion in C-C bond formation and other complex organic transformations.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of certain ester-based aroma compounds.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for method development and novel compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Sodium Salt, (2Z)-
CAS No.	6422-94-2
Molecular Formula	C5H7NaO2
Molecular Weight	122.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium (Z)-2-Methyl-2-butenoate; (Z)-2-Methyl-2-butenoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Tiglate (Z-isomer); Sodium (Z)-2-Methylcrotonate; Tiglic Acid Sodium Salt (cis-); (2Z)-2-Methyl-2-butenoic Acid Sodium Salt; cis-2-Methyl-2-butenoic Acid Sodium Salt
EINECS	229-184-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Butenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Sodium Salt, (2Z)- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, isomer purity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isomeric Purity (Z-isomer)	≥ 95.0%
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.