Description

Isobutylcarbonyllactyl Anhydride is a specialized organic anhydride used as a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactivity as an acylating agent, enabling the efficient introduction of the isobutylcarbonyl lactyl moiety into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Chemistry: Used as a coupling reagent or protecting group reagent in the synthesis of complex peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for modifying polymer backbones to impart specific functional properties.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to construct complex molecular architectures for agrochemicals and specialty materials.
• Bioconjugation: Facilitates the labeling and modification of biomolecules for research and diagnostic applications.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized in chiral synthesis pathways to produce enantiomerically enriched compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isobutylcarbonyllactyl Anhydride
CAS No.	74216-73-2
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Synonyms	2-Methylpropanoyloxypropanoic Anhydride; Isobutyryl Lactate Anhydride; 2-Methylpropanoic Acid 1-Carboxyethoxy Anhydride; Lactyl Isobutyrate Anhydride; α-(Isobutyryloxy)propionic Anhydride; Isobutylcarbonyl Lactate Anhydride
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Quality Control

Our Isobutylcarbonyllactyl Anhydride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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