Description

Hydroxyformate is a versatile organic salt with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis and industrial processes. Its unique chemical structure makes it a valuable intermediate for producing high-performance materials and specialty chemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors seeking reliable and high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug substances.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for novel compound development.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as an additive or co-monomer to impart specific properties to polymeric materials.
• Catalyst Preparation: Used in the formulation of catalysts for various organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxyformate
CAS No.	71-52-3
Molecular Formula	C2H3O3Na
Molecular Weight	98.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Glycolate; Sodium 2-Hydroxyacetate; Glycolic Acid Sodium Salt; Hydroxyacetic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Hydroxyacetate; HOCH2COONa; Glycollate de Sodium; Natriumglykolat
EINECS	200-505-5

Quality Control

Our Hydroxyformate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, including testing against established in-house specifications and relevant pharmacopeial guidelines where applicable. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 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.