Description

(2R)-2-[(1R)-1-Carboxyethoxy]Propanoic Acid is a high-purity chiral organic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its defined stereochemistry, which is essential for producing enantiomerically pure compounds with specific biological or functional activity. This product is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as chiral catalyst synthesis, advanced intermediate manufacturing, and fine chemical research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring high stereochemical purity.
• Chiral Ligand/Catalyst Precursor: Used in the development and production of asymmetric catalysts for enantioselective synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where specific chirality is required.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in studies involving stereochemistry, enzyme mechanisms, and metabolic pathways.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated as a functional monomer to impart chirality or specific acid functionality into polymer chains.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(2R)-2-[(1R)-1-Carboxyethoxy]Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	14711-85-4
Molecular Formula	C7H10O5
Molecular Weight	174.15 g/mol
Synonyms	(R,R)-O-Acetyllactic Acid; (2R,2'R)-Di-O-acetyl-L-tartaric Acid (common name); (R)-2-[(R)-1-Carboxyethoxy]propanoic acid; (R,R)-2-Acetoxypropanoic acid acetic acid ester; Lactic Acid, diacetate, (R,R)-; Acetyl Lactic Acid (R,R)-isomer; 2-(1-Carboxyethoxy)propanoic Acid (R,R)-form
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Quality Control

Our (2R)-2-[(1R)-1-Carboxyethoxy]Propanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess are provided with every shipment. We can support development and production needs across various grades, from research to commercial scale.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect purity and stability. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (R,R)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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