Description

4-Hydroxybutyl 3-Amino-2-Butenoate is a versatile chemical intermediate featuring both amino and ester functional groups. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules in advanced manufacturing. It is primarily utilized by research and development teams, as well as production chemists, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring amino acid-like or peptide-mimetic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce reactive amino groups into polymer chains for creating functionalized resins, coatings, and adhesives.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of chelating ligands for metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The reactive amino group facilitates linking biomolecules to other entities for diagnostic or therapeutic applications.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in constructing heterocycles and complex organic frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxybutyl 3-Amino-2-Butenoate
CAS No.	85237-81-6
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO3
Molecular Weight	173.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-2-butenoic acid 4-hydroxybutyl ester; 4-Hydroxybutyl 3-aminobut-2-enoate; But-2-enoic acid, 3-amino-, 4-hydroxybutyl ester; 3-Aminocrotonic acid 4-hydroxybutyl ester; 4-Hydroxybutyl β-aminocrotonate; 3-Amino-2-butenoate 4-hydroxybutyl ester; (E)-4-Hydroxybutyl 3-aminobut-2-enoate
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxybutyl 3-Amino-2-Butenoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting the specific results 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, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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