Description

2-Amino-3-Hydroxybutanoic Acid is a chiral amino acid derivative of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its unique structure, featuring both amino and hydroxyl functional groups on adjacent carbon atoms, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and chiral intermediates. The product is supplied with the CAS registry number 7004-04-8.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of antibiotics, antiviral agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies of enzyme mechanisms, metabolic pathways, and as a precursor for labeled compounds in tracer studies.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a specialized, non-proteinogenic amino acid building block for constructing peptides with modified biological activity.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and production of chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Useful for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Nutritional Science: Investigated for its potential role in specialized nutritional formulations and metabolic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-3-Hydroxybutanoic Acid
CAS No.	7004-04-8
Molecular Formula	C4H9NO3
Molecular Weight	119.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-DL-threonine; (±)-allo-Threonine; DL-allo-Threonine; 2-Amino-3-hydroxybutyric acid; (±)-2-Amino-3-hydroxybutanoic acid; allo-Threonine (racemic); 3-Hydroxythreonine; α-Amino-β-hydroxybutyric acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 2-Amino-3-Hydroxybutanoic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with your project requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity (where applicable), and impurity profiles are available for each lot. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent standards of pharmaceutical and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 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, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	Contact for details

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