API Process Intermediates & Related Compounds

Methyltartronic acid

Name: Methyltartronic acid
Brand: Zemixal
SKU: ZX-042177

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Methyltartronic acid (CAS 595-98-2) supplier Zemixal: C4H6O5, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping. Ships from India to 120+ countries.

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CAS number595-98-2

FormulaC₄H₆O₅

Molar mass134.09 g/mol

Physical formSolid

InChIKeyLNRVTEQEGXVMEF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

IUPAC name2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanedioic acid

About Methyltartronic acid

Methyltartronic acid sits in our API Process Intermediates & Related Compounds section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. For your records, the material is defined by CAS 595-98-2, formula C4H6O5 and molar mass 134.09 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Use cases we see most often

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Safe handling

It carries the GHS signal word Warning (H315, H319 and H335), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Available as 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. 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.

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Typical uses

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QC Research Labs and Universities

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Methyltartronic acid
Product name	Methyltartronic acid
Catalogue number	ZX-042177
CAS number	595-98-2
IUPAC name	2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₄H₆O₅
Molar mass	134.09 g/mol
Exact mass	134.0215
Physical form	Solid
XLogP3	-1
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
Topological polar surface area	94.8 Å²
InChIKey	LNRVTEQEGXVMEF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	136386
Synonyms	Isomalic acid, 2-Hydroxy-2-methylmalonic acid, 2-Methyltartronic acid, Tartronic acid, methyl-, 2-Hydroxy-2-methylmalonate, Hydroxymethylpropanedioic acid, Propanedioic acid, hydroxymethyl-, hydroxymethylmalonic acid, Propanedioic acid, hydroxymethyl-(9CI), DL-Methyltartronic acid, hydroxy(methyl)propanedioic acid, 2-Hydroxy-2-methylmalonic acid #

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

Safety and GHS hazards

Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Methyltartronic 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 Methyltartronic acid

Which CAS number identifies Methyltartronic acid?

Methyltartronic acid is registered under CAS 595-98-2. You may also see it listed as Isomalic acid, 2-Hydroxy-2-methylmalonic acid, 2-Methyltartronic acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-042177.

What are the formula and molar mass of Methyltartronic acid?

For Methyltartronic acid, its formula is C4H6O5 and its molar mass is 134.09 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanedioic acid. InChIKey LNRVTEQEGXVMEF-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.

How is Methyltartronic acid used in pharmaceutical QC?

Methyltartronic acid is a characterised reference material linked to Naltrexone. 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 Methyltartronic 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 Methyltartronic 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 Methyltartronic acid to my country?

Yes. Because Methyltartronic acid is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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