Description

(R)-4α-Methylcycloheptane-1-One is a high-purity, chiral ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its defined stereochemistry and functional group, which are critical for constructing complex molecular architectures with specific spatial orientations. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, as well as by manufacturers of specialty fragrances and flavors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in stereoselective synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced, enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides where specific biological activity is required.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a building block for synthesizing unique musk-like or woody odorants and flavor compounds due to its cycloheptane backbone.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a standard or substrate in developing and testing new chiral catalysts and ligands.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored optical or physical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including new ring-forming and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-4α-Methylcycloheptane-1-One
CAS No.	13609-59-1
Molecular Formula	C8H14O
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-4-Methylcycloheptanone; (4R)-4-Methylcycloheptanone; (R)-4-Methylcycloheptan-1-one; (R)-4-Methylsuberone; (+)-(R)-4-Methylcycloheptanone; (R)-4-Methyl-1-cycloheptanone; (R)-4-MCH; (R)-4-Methylcycloheptanone
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Quality Control

Every batch of (R)-4α-Methylcycloheptane-1-One is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC and GC, to ensure high enantiomeric excess (ee) and chemical purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential concentration changes.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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