
Catalog Number	AR00DAF7
Chemical Name	Butanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monosodium salt
CAS Number	5094-24-6
Molecular Formula	C4H7NaO3
Molecular Weight	126.0864
MDL Number	MFCD00004565
SMILES	[O-]C(=O)C(CC)O.[Na+]

Sodium 2-hydroxybutanoate, also known as sodium alpha-hydroxybutyrate, is a versatile compound widely employed in chemical synthesis. In organic chemistry, it serves as a key intermediate in the production of various derivatives and compounds due to its unique properties and reactivity. One prominent application of sodium 2-hydroxybutanoate is its utilization as a chelating agent in metal-ion complexation reactions. This compound's ability to form stable complexes with metal ions makes it invaluable in processes such as metal extraction, purification, and catalysis. Additionally, sodium 2-hydroxybutanoate is utilized as a precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Its hydroxy and carboxylic functional groups enable diverse chemical transformations, including esterification, oxidation, and reduction reactions. By incorporating sodium 2-hydroxybutanoate into synthetic pathways, chemists can efficiently access a wide range of valuable compounds with tailored properties and applications.

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Butanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monosodium salt