Description

Benzyl 2,3-Dihydroxypropanoate is a valuable organic ester compound, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced synthesis. Its structure, featuring both a benzyl protecting group and reactive diol functionality, makes it particularly useful for creating complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material or protecting group reagent in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring chiral diol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that utilize glyceric acid derivatives.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce hydroxyl groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion, flexibility, and curing characteristics.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Precursor: Used in the synthesis of complex esters and other specialty organic compounds for high-value applications in flavors, fragrances, and cosmetics.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or analog in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research related to glycerate metabolism.
• Coating & Adhesive Formulations: Incorporated into formulations to improve performance characteristics such as durability, chemical resistance, and surface wetting.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl 2,3-Dihydroxypropanoate
CAS No.	73573-57-6
Molecular Formula	C10H12O4
Molecular Weight	196.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 2,3-Dihydroxypropionate; Benzyl Glycerate; Glyceric Acid Benzyl Ester; 2,3-Dihydroxypropanoic Acid Benzyl Ester; (2,3-Dihydroxypropanoyloxy)methyl]benzene; Benzyl α,β-Dihydroxypropionate; NSC 403714
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzyl 2,3-Dihydroxypropanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates, including cGMP-compliant pharmaceutical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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