Beta-Formylpropionic Acid

About Beta-Formylpropionic Acid

Beta-Formylpropionic Acid is a process intermediate or related compound of Allopurinol carrying the CAS registry number 692-29-5. The compound has the formula C4H6O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 102.09 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 4-oxobutanoic acid. It is also known as Succinic semialdehyde or Succinic acid semialdehyde.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Allopurinol, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Beta-Formylpropionic Acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

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

Industries

Related to Allopurinol

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Allopurinol.

Allopurinol impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Beta-Formylpropionic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-040727
CAS Number	692-29-5
IUPAC name	4-oxobutanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₄H₆O₃
Molecular weight	102.09 g/mol
Exact mass	102.0317
InChIKey	UIUJIQZEACWQSV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(CC(=O)O)C=O
PubChem CID	1112

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	54.4 Å²
Synonyms	Succinic semialdehyde, Succinic acid semialdehyde, gamma-Oxybutyric acid, 3-Formylpropanoic acid, 3-Formylpropionic acid, 4-oxo-butanoic acid, succinate semialdehyde, Succinaldehydic acid, Butryaldehydic acid, Butanoic acid, 4-oxo-, 4-Oxobutyric acid, 4-oxo-butyric acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Beta-Formylpropionic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of Beta-Formylpropionic Acid is 692-29-5. It is also known as Succinic semialdehyde, Succinic acid semialdehyde, gamma-Oxybutyric acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Beta-Formylpropionic Acid?

Beta-Formylpropionic Acid has the molecular formula C4H6O3 and a molecular weight of 102.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-oxobutanoic acid.

What is Beta-Formylpropionic Acid used for?

Beta-Formylpropionic Acid is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Allopurinol. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Beta-Formylpropionic Acid can I order?

We supply Beta-Formylpropionic Acid, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Beta-Formylpropionic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of Beta-Formylpropionic Acid is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Beta-Formylpropionic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. Beta-Formylpropionic Acid is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.