Description

3-Hydroxy-1-Methylpropyl Acetate is a versatile organic ester compound valued for its functional hydroxyl and acetate groups. This dual functionality makes it a valuable intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis, offering reactivity and solvency properties that are critical for high-performance formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise molecular building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its ester and alcohol functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive diluent or plasticizer component in specialty polymer formulations to modify flexibility and curing properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Employed as a precursor or solvent in the creation of complex aromatic compounds for fine fragrances and flavors.
• Specialty Solvent: Provides solvency for resins, coatings, and inks where a balance of polarity and evaporation rate is required.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis and process development within R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-1-Methylpropyl Acetate
CAS No.	75355-65-6
Molecular Formula	C6H12O3
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-3-hydroxypropyl acetate; 3-Hydroxy-1-methylpropyl ethanoate; 3-Acetoxy-2-methylpropan-1-ol; 2-Methyl-3-hydroxypropyl acetate; Acetic acid 3-hydroxy-1-methylpropyl ester; 3-Hydroxy-2-methylpropyl acetate; (3-Hydroxy-1-methylpropyl) acetate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-1-Methylpropyl Acetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results for key parameters such as assay, water content, and specific impurities are available upon request 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.020 - 1.060
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.440

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