(2S)-2-hydroxy-3-methoxypropanoic acid CAS 140460-44-2
| CAS No. | 140460-44-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H8O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 120.10 g/mol |
| Category | Pharmaceutical Standards / API Standards |
| Availability | In Stock |
Chemical Structure
Description
The occurrence of (2S)-2-hydroxy-3-methoxypropanoic acid is closely related to a carbohydrate-derived structure in its molecular formula, which determines its behaviour during synthesis, purification, or degradation.
CATO supplies (2S)-2-hydroxy-3-methoxypropanoic acid (CAS 140460-44-2), a certified reference material (molecular formula C4H8O4, MW 120.10 g/mol) for analytical method development and quality control.
Structurally, (2S)-2-hydroxy-3-methoxypropanoic acid (C4H8O4) contains a carbohydrate-derived structure. The molecule exhibits a degree of unsaturation (DBE) of 1.0, corresponding to approximately 1 ring(s) or double-bond equivalent(s). With a molecular weight of 120.10 g/mol, it falls into the low-molecular-weight range.
Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.
CATO manufactures (2S)-2-hydroxy-3-methoxypropanoic acid under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C4H8O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 120.10 g/mol |
| Purity | 97%+ |
| Storage | Store at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry |
| Solubility (reference) | Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water |
| Stability | Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening |
| Degree of Unsaturation (DBE) | 1.0 |
| CAS Registry Year (est.) | 1997 |
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