Description

Butanedioic Acid, Hydroxy-, 4-Methyl Ester is a specialized ester derivative of succinic acid, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers requiring precise molecular structures to develop high-performance materials and fine chemicals. It finds significant utility in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymer production, where its specific ester functionality enables tailored chemical reactions and product properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Acts as a monomer or plasticizer additive to enhance the flexibility, biodegradability, or adhesion properties of polymers.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for creating complex molecules in flavors, fragrances, and liquid crystals.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in resin and coating formulations to improve durability and chemical resistance.
• Laboratory Research & Development: Provides a standardized reagent for method development and chemical research in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanedioic Acid, Hydroxy-, 4-Methyl Ester
CAS No.	95529-88-7
Molecular Formula	C6H10O5
Molecular Weight	162.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl 2-hydroxybutanedioate; Methyl hydrogen 2-hydroxysuccinate; 2-Hydroxysuccinic acid 4-methyl ester; Hydroxysuccinic acid methyl ester; Methyl hydroxybutanedioate; 2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid 4-methyl ester; Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Butanedioic Acid, Hydroxy-, 4-Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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