Description

(S)-3,3-Dimethyl-2-Butanol is a high-purity chiral alcohol, specifically the (S)-enantiomer of 3,3-dimethyl-2-butanol. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and resolving agent in asymmetric synthesis, offering precise stereochemical control. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require enantiomerically pure intermediates for the development of active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands for metal-catalyzed asymmetric reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Chiral Resolution Agent: Utilized to separate racemic mixtures of acids or other compounds via diastereomeric salt formation.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development in organic and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-3,3-Dimethyl-2-Butanol
CAS No.	1517-67-5
Molecular Formula	C6H14O
Molecular Weight	102.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-3,3-Dimethylbutan-2-ol; (S)-(-)-3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol; (S)-tert-Butylmethylcarbinol; (S)-1,1-Dimethyl-2-hydroxypropane; (S)-Pinacolyl alcohol; (2S)-3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol; L-3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol; (-)-3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-3,3-Dimethyl-2-Butanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC or GC, to ensure compliance with exacting standards for enantiomeric excess (ee) and chemical purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Enantiomeric Excess)	≥ 99.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.