Description

Sodium Diethoxyacetate is a versatile organic salt widely used as a key synthetic intermediate in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Its primary value lies in its role as a protected glyoxylate equivalent, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecules like amino acids, heterocycles, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This high-purity compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A crucial building block for the production of various APIs, including certain antibiotics and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Amino Acid Analogue Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of novel peptides and modified amino acids.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry: A valuable reagent for constructing complex nitrogen- and oxygen-containing ring systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used as a standardized reagent in process development and methodological research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Diethoxyacetate
CAS No.	64224-70-0
Molecular Formula	C6H11NaO4
Molecular Weight	170.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic acid, diethoxy-, sodium salt; Sodium 2,2-diethoxyacetate; Diethoxyacetic acid sodium salt; Glyoxylic acid sodium salt diethyl acetal; 2,2-Diethoxyacetic acid sodium salt; (Diethoxyacetato)sodium
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Quality Control

Our Sodium Diethoxyacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

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