Description

4-Hydroxyimino-Pentanoic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and an oxime functional group, making it a valuable building block in synthetic chemistry. This bifunctional nature is critical for creating complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for use as a key synthetic intermediate.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a crucial building block for dyes, pigments, and complex organic compounds.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and novel compound synthesis.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or chelating agent in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalyst design.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce functional groups into polymer chains for specialized material properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Hydroxyimino-Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	6945-36-4
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO3
Molecular Weight	131.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Hydroxyimino)pentanoic Acid; 4-Oximinovaleric Acid; 4-Oximinopentanoic Acid; 4-Hydroxyiminovaleric Acid; 4-Oximino-n-valeric Acid; Levulinic Acid Oxime; 4-(Hydroxyimino)valeric Acid; 5-Oximino-4-oxopentanoic Acid (tautomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxyimino-Pentanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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