Description

cis-2,6-Dimethyloxan-4-One is a specialized cyclic ketone compound, valued for its role as a versatile chiral building block and flavor/fragrance intermediate. Its defined stereochemistry and functional group make it a critical precursor in the synthesis of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of novel therapeutic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for creating musky, woody, or amber-like odorants in perfumery and flavorings.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable building block in academic and industrial research for constructing complex heterocyclic and natural product analogs.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the synthesis of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-2,6-Dimethyloxan-4-One
CAS No.	14505-80-7
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-2,6-Dimethyltetrahydro-4H-pyran-4-one; 4H-Pyran-4-one, tetrahydro-2,6-dimethyl-, cis-; cis-2,6-Dimethyl-4-tetrahydropyranone; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-oxotetrahydropyran (cis); Dihydro-2,6-dimethyl-4H-pyran-4-one (cis); Tetrahydro-2,6-dimethyl-4H-pyran-4-one (cis)
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Quality Control

Our cis-2,6-Dimethyloxan-4-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% cis-isomer
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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