Description

Methylphenylphosphinic Acid (1R,3R,4S)-p-Menthane-3-Yl Ester is a high-purity, chiral organophosphorus compound characterized by its specific stereochemistry derived from p-menthane. This compound is valued for its role as a sophisticated chiral building block and ligand in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on asymmetric catalysis, pharmaceutical intermediates, and the development of specialty materials.

Application

• As a chiral ligand or catalyst precursor in asymmetric synthesis and hydrogenation reactions.
• As a key intermediate in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• In the synthesis of advanced materials requiring specific stereochemical control.
• For use in methodological development within academic and industrial organic chemistry laboratories.
• As a reference standard for analytical method development and quality control in chiral chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylphenylphosphinic Acid (1R,3R,4S)-p-Menthane-3-Yl Ester
CAS No.	16934-92-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₇O₂P
Molecular Weight	294.37 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,3R,4S)-p-Menthane-3-yl methylphenylphosphinate; (-)-Menthyl Methylphenylphosphinate; (1R,3R,4S)-3-[(Methylphenylphosphinyl)oxy]-p-menthane; Methylphenylphosphinic Acid (-)-Menthyl Ester; Methyl(phenyl)phosphinic Acid (1R,3R,4S)-1-Isopropyl-4-methylcyclohexan-3-yl Ester
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Quality Control

Our production of this chiral specialty chemical adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot is fully characterized using advanced analytical techniques including chiral HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% e.e.
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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