Description

Azidoglycerol is a versatile organic compound featuring both azido and glycerol functional groups, making it a valuable bifunctional building block in synthetic chemistry. Its unique structure enables it to serve as a key intermediate for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly through click chemistry reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries who require a reliable precursor for creating novel compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those incorporating triazole linkages via copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) click chemistry.
• Bioconjugation Reagent: Used to label biomolecules such as proteins, peptides, and oligonucleotides, facilitating drug targeting, diagnostic assays, and cellular imaging studies.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating functional polymers, hydrogels, and dendrimers with tailored properties for medical devices or smart materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized to create activity-based probes for studying enzyme function and metabolic pathways within cells.
• Energetic Materials Research: Investigated as a component in the development of novel propellants and explosives due to its high nitrogen content.

Basic Information

Product Name	Azidoglycerol
CAS No.	73018-98-1
Molecular Formula	C3H7N3O3
Molecular Weight	133.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Azido-2,3-propanediol; 1-Azidoglycerol; 3-Azido-1,2-propanediol; Glycerol 1-azide; Azidopropanediol; NSC 401119; 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl azide; Glycidyl azide diol
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Quality Control

Our Azidoglycerol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials. Due to the presence of the azido group, handle and store with appropriate safety precautions for energetic materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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