Description

2-Hydroxypropionic Acid Silver Salt is a specialized organometallic compound of significant industrial interest. This material matters for its unique combination of silver's biocidal properties and the lactate anion's biocompatibility, making it a valuable precursor for advanced applications. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, antimicrobial coating, and specialty catalyst sectors seeking innovative silver-based active ingredients.

Application

• Antimicrobial Agent Formulation: Used as a key active ingredient in the development of advanced biocidal coatings, wound care products, and disinfectants.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized reagent or catalyst in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Catalyst Development: Employed in research and production of heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysts for selective oxidation and other organic transformations.
• Electronics & Conductive Inks: Acts as a silver source for formulating conductive pastes, inks, and adhesives used in printed electronics.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Incorporated into polymer matrices to impart antimicrobial or conductive properties to plastics and composites.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a standard or reagent in specific analytical methods and research studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxypropionic Acid Silver Salt
CAS No.	80298-33-5
Molecular Formula	C3H5AgO3
Molecular Weight	196.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Silver Lactate; Silver(I) Lactate; Lactic Acid Silver Salt; Silver 2-Hydroxypropanoate; Argentum Lacticum; EINECS 279-459-0; Lactate d'argent (French); Silberlactat (German)
EINECS	279-459-0

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxypropionic Acid Silver Salt is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and heavy metal content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing results for assay, silver content, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for prolonged operations and store under conditions that minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ag Content)	≥ 54.0 %
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1 %

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