Methyl Pyruvate

Methyl pyruvate, also known as pyruvic acid methyl ester, is an α-keto ester with CAS number 600-22-6. Its ketone and ester functional groups make it a useful building block for organic synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediate development and asymmetric catalysis research.

The product is a colorless to light yellow clear liquid. When selecting a grade, review the GC assay, water content and any additional impurity requirements relevant to the intended reaction.

Technical Specification

Packaging and Storage

Packaging

• Standard packing: 200 kg per drum, 16MT/FCL with pallets.

• Shipment planning: Container material, palletization and container loading are confirmed according to the final packing specification and shipment requirements.

Storage

• Temperature: Follow the storage temperature stated in the supplier’s product documentation.

• Atmosphere: Use inert-gas protection where specified by the supplier.

• Protection: Keep containers tightly closed and protect the product from moisture, direct light and excessive heat.

• Handling: Keep away from ignition sources and incompatible substances identified in the SDS.

Applications of Methyl Pyruvate

1. Organic Synthesis

• Chemical building block: Provides ketone and ester functional groups for selected synthetic transformations.

• Intermediate preparation: Used in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds and other organic intermediates.

2. Pharmaceutical Intermediate Development

• Synthetic reagent: Used in selected routes for preparing compounds investigated in pharmaceutical research, including quinoxaline derivatives.

• Grade selection: Purity and impurity requirements should be matched to the synthesis route and downstream process.

3. Asymmetric Synthesis and Catalysis

• Prochiral starting material: Used in asymmetric hydrogenation studies to prepare enantiomerically enriched methyl lactate.

• Catalyst evaluation: Serves as a substrate for studying catalyst activity and enantioselectivity.

4. Biochemical Research

• Experimental reagent: Used in selected cellular studies involving pyruvate-related processes and stimulus–secretion coupling.

• Research suitability: Material quality and experimental conditions should be evaluated for the specific study.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is methyl pyruvate used for?

Methyl pyruvate is used as a building block in organic synthesis, selected pharmaceutical intermediate routes, asymmetric catalysis studies and biochemical research.

Is methyl pyruvate the same as ethyl pyruvate?

No. Methyl pyruvate is the methyl ester of pyruvic acid, with CAS number 600-22-6. Ethyl pyruvate is the ethyl ester, with CAS number 617-35-6. They are different substances and should not be treated as interchangeable without evaluating the reaction requirements.

How should methyl pyruvate be stored?

Follow the supplier’s recommended temperature and atmosphere requirements. Keep the container tightly closed and protect the product from heat, moisture and light. Consult the supplied SDS for detailed instructions.

What quality information should buyers review?

Review the GC assay, water content and any application-specific impurity limits. Compare the product specification with a current batch COA before confirming an order.

Contact Us

For a methyl pyruvate quotation, please provide your required purity, order quantity, intended application and destination port. Contact Aozun for the current product specification, COA, SDS and packaging information.

Email: lisa@aozunchem.com 

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