Description

2-Isopropoxypropanoic Acid is a versatile organic acid ester with a unique branched ether-acid structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis, offering a balance of reactivity and solubility. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise molecular modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where its ester and ether functionalities can be leveraged for controlled release or improved bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with tailored properties.
• Polymer Additive & Monomer: Functions as a plasticizer, co-monomer, or cross-linking agent in specialty resins, coatings, and adhesives to modify flexibility, adhesion, or chemical resistance.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for the preparation of more complex esters, ethers, and other derivatives used in flavors, fragrances, and fine chemicals.
• Solvent & Reaction Medium: Serves as a polar aprotic solvent for specific organic reactions, particularly where its acid functionality can participate or be protected.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in advanced battery formulations to improve electrolyte stability and performance at electrode interfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Isopropoxypropanoic Acid
CAS No.	79885-46-4
Molecular Formula	C6H12O3
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isopropoxypropionic Acid; α-Isopropoxypropionic Acid; 2-(1-Methylethoxy)propanoic Acid; Isopropyloxypropanoic Acid; DL-2-Isopropoxypropanoic Acid; Propanoic acid, 2-(1-methylethoxy)-; IPA (in specific contexts)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Isopropoxypropanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.415 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/mL

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