Description

(2-Oxo-Propoxy)-Acetic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both ester and ketone functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors seeking to create novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, flavors, and fragrances.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, altering material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D laboratories exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Oxo-Propoxy)-Acetic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	61363-66-4
Molecular Formula	C6H10O4
Molecular Weight	146.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2-oxopropoxy)acetate; Acetic acid, (2-oxopropoxy)-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-(2-oxopropoxy)acetate; 2-(2-Oxopropoxy)acetic acid methyl ester; Glycolic acid, (2-oxopropyl) ether, methyl ester; Pyruvyloxymethyl acetate methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our (2-Oxo-Propoxy)-Acetic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your precise research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources, strong oxidizers, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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