Description

Benzenepropanoic Acid, α-Hydroxy-, Sodium Salt is the sodium salt derivative of α-hydroxy benzenepropanoic acid, offering enhanced water solubility and stability for industrial and pharmaceutical applications. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate and functional ingredient in synthesis and formulation processes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries seeking a reliable, high-purity raw material.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring the α-hydroxy acid moiety.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Used as a buffering agent or functional ingredient in skincare products, leveraging properties associated with α-hydroxy acids.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for producing more complex aromatic compounds.
• Research & Development: Employed in laboratory settings for biochemical research and the development of new chemical entities.
• Industrial Additives: Potential use in specialty formulations where water-soluble aromatic salts are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenepropanoic Acid, α-Hydroxy-, Sodium Salt
CAS No.	82429-96-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9NaO3
Molecular Weight	188.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2-Hydroxy-3-phenylpropanoate; Sodium 3-Phenyl-2-hydroxypropionate; 2-Hydroxy-3-phenylpropionic acid sodium salt; Benzenepropanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monosodium salt; α-Hydroxybenzenepropanoic acid sodium salt; (RS)-2-Hydroxy-3-phenylpropionic acid sodium salt; 3-Phenyl-2-hydroxypropionic acid sodium salt; Phenylhydracrylic acid sodium salt
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Quality Control

Our Benzenepropanoic Acid, α-Hydroxy-, Sodium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
pH (5% Solution)	7.0 - 9.0

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