Description

(S)-(+)-Benzyl Glycidyl Ether is a high-purity, chiral epoxide building block of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce a benzyl-protected glycidol moiety with defined stereochemistry, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure intermediates. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise chirality control for developing active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of β-blockers, antiviral agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where biological activity is stereospecific.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a reactive diluent and cross-linking agent in epoxy resin systems, imparting tailored properties like flexibility and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Materials: Acts as a precursor for chiral dopants and monomers used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and specialty polymers.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: A valuable substrate in academic and industrial R&D for developing and testing new chiral catalysts and synthetic methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of complex natural products, flavors, and fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(+)-Benzyl Glycidyl Ether
CAS No.	16495-13-9
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-(+)-BGE; (S)-Benzyl Glycidyl Ether; (S)-Glycidyl Phenylmethyl Ether; (2S)-2-[(Phenylmethoxy)methyl]oxirane; (+)-(S)-Benzyloxymethyloxirane; (S)-(-)-1-Benzyloxy-2,3-epoxypropane; BGE-(S); (S)-Phenylmethyl Glycidyl Ether
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Quality Control

Our (S)-(+)-Benzyl Glycidyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral HPLC, to verify identity, purity, and optical rotation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Optical Rotation [α]D20	+15.0° to +18.0° (c=1 in CHCl3)
Refractive Index nD20	1.5180 - 1.5220
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.070 - 1.090
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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