Description

β-Methyllevulinic Acid is a versatile keto acid derivative with significant utility as a key chiral building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, containing both a ketone and a carboxylic acid group, which allows for selective transformations and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of chiral drugs, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and complex natural product analogs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for flavors, fragrances, and specialty polymers where precise molecular control is required.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for enantioselective reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Methyllevulinic Acid
CAS No.	6628-79-1
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetylbutyric Acid; 3-Acetobutyric Acid; 4-Oxopentanoic Acid; 3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic Acid; 4-Oxo-3-methylbutyric Acid; β-Methyllevulinic Acid; 3-Methyllevulinic Acid; 4-Oxopentanoic Acid, 3-Methyl-
EINECS	229-596-6

Quality Control

Our β-Methyllevulinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from HPLC, GC, and NMR analyses. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis applications.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	40 - 44 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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