
Catalog Number	AR01AM1N
Chemical Name	2-hydroxy-3-methoxybutanoic acid
CAS Number	5405-44-7
Molecular Formula	C5H10O4
Molecular Weight	134.1305
MDL Number	MFCD24499212
SMILES	COC(C(C(=O)O)O)C
NSC Number	8119

2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybutanoic acid, also known as homoveratronilic acid, serves as a valuable building block in chemical synthesis. This compound is commonly utilized in the pharmaceutical industry for its ability to function as a versatile intermediate in the production of various drugs and pharmaceutical compounds. Due to its unique structure and reactivity, 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybutanoic acid plays a crucial role in the synthesis of organic molecules with biological activity, making it a key component in drug discovery and development processes. Additionally, this compound is employed in the preparation of complex organic compounds through various chemical reactions, demonstrating its significance in the field of organic synthesis.