Description

Allantoic Acid is a key intermediate and metabolite of allantoin, playing a significant role in the purine degradation pathway. This compound is valued for its utility in biochemical research and as a versatile building block for synthesizing more complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science sectors for applications ranging from active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis to plant growth regulator studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various APIs and fine chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in studies of purine metabolism and related enzymatic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for developing novel plant growth regulators and herbicides.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Precursor: Utilized in the production of derivatives for skincare formulations, leveraging its relation to allantoin.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a building block for creating heterocyclic compounds and other specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Allantoic Acid
CAS No.	99-16-1
Molecular Formula	C4H8N4O4
Molecular Weight	176.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-Allantoic Acid; 5-Ureidohydantoin; Ureidoglycolic Acid; Glyoxylic Acid Dihydroxy Diamide; NSC 7606; Allantoate; Allantoicacid
EINECS	202-736-9

Quality Control

Our Allantoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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

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