Description

3-Hydroxypropylpentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block. Its bifunctional structure, containing both hydroxyl and ester groups, makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. This product is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific chiral centers or ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the formulation of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives to modify flexibility, adhesion, or curing properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Employed as a precursor for synthesizing esters and lactones that contribute to complex flavor and fragrance profiles.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Additive: Functions as an intermediate for creating synthetic lubricant base stocks or specialty plasticizers with enhanced performance characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis in academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new reaction pathways and molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxypropylpentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	80173-34-8
Molecular Formula	C10H20O4
Molecular Weight	204.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Hydroxypropylpentanoate; 3-Hydroxypropylpentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-(3-Hydroxypropyl)pentanoate; 3-(3-Hydroxypropyl)pentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 80173-34-8; Pentanoic acid, 3-(3-hydroxypropyl)-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Hydroxypropylpentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance in cGMP and ISO 9001 environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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