API Process Intermediates & Related Compounds

2-Methylcitric Acid

Name: 2-Methylcitric Acid
Brand: Zemixal
SKU: ZX-043886

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CAS number6061-96-7

FormulaC₇H₁₀O₇

Molar mass206.15 g/mol

Physical formSolid

InChIKeyYNOXCRMFGMSKIJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

IUPAC name2-hydroxybutane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid

About 2-Methylcitric Acid

2-Methylcitric Acid is part of the Zemixal API Process Intermediates & Related Compounds range. Identity at a glance: CAS 6061-96-7, formula C7H10O7 and molar mass 206.15 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Where it is used

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development
Fine chemical synthesis

Handling and storage

Handle with the usual laboratory precautions and consult the SDS supplied with each lot.

Order it in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. Each lot travels with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

Reference standards for Citric acid

See every impurity, metabolite and related compound we list for this API.

Citric acid standards

Typical uses

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development
Fine chemical synthesis

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QC Research Labs and Universities

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of 2-Methylcitric Acid
Product name	2-Methylcitric Acid
Catalogue number	ZX-043886
CAS number	6061-96-7
IUPAC name	2-hydroxybutane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₀O₇
Molar mass	206.15 g/mol
Exact mass	206.0427
Physical form	Solid
XLogP3	-1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 7
Topological polar surface area	132 Å²
InChIKey	YNOXCRMFGMSKIJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C(=O)O)C(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	515
Synonyms	methylcitric acid, 2-hydroxy-1-methylpropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid, 3-Carboxy-3-hydroxy-2-methylpentanedioic acid, 2-methylcitrate, 3-C-carboxy-2,4-dideoxy-2-methylpentaric acid, 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-butanetricarboxylic acid, 1,2,3-Butanetricarboxylicacid, 2-hydroxy-, 1,2,3-Butanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydr, 1,2,3-Butanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-Methylcitric Acid (mixture of diastereomers), 2-Methyl-Citric Acid (mixture of diastereomers)

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

No GHS classification is on file for this item. Handle it as an unknown laboratory chemical and request the SDS with your quotation.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of 2-Methylcitric Acid
10 mg	Quoted on request
25 mg	Quoted on request
50 mg	Quoted on request
100 mg	Quoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about 2-Methylcitric Acid

Which CAS number identifies 2-Methylcitric Acid?

2-Methylcitric Acid is registered under CAS 6061-96-7. You may also see it listed as methylcitric acid, 2-hydroxy-1-methylpropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid, 3-Carboxy-3-hydroxy-2-methylpentanedioic acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-043886.

What are the formula and molar mass of 2-Methylcitric Acid?

For 2-Methylcitric Acid, its formula is C7H10O7 and its molar mass is 206.15 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxybutane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid. InChIKey YNOXCRMFGMSKIJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.

How is 2-Methylcitric Acid used in pharmaceutical QC?

2-Methylcitric Acid is a characterised reference material linked to Citric acid. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.

What grade and pack sizes are available for 2-Methylcitric Acid?

The grade and assay are confirmed on the quotation and the batch COA. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.

Which documents come with 2-Methylcitric Acid?

Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.

Can Zemixal ship 2-Methylcitric Acid to my country?

Yes. 2-Methylcitric Acid ships worldwide by express courier, air cargo or sea freight, quoted on the Incoterm you prefer, with full export documents.

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