Description

(S)-5-Benzyl-3-Methyl-Imidazolidine-2,4-Dione is a high-purity, single-enantiomer chiral building block and intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a precursor for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate stereochemically defined hydantoin motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides, where specific stereochemistry can be critical for biological activity and environmental safety.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a valuable ligand or precursor for chiral catalysts in academic and industrial research settings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the custom synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.
• Biochemical Research: May be used as a standard or building block in studies related to amino acid derivatives and peptide mimetics.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-5-Benzyl-3-Methyl-Imidazolidine-2,4-Dione
CAS No.	16935-42-5
Molecular Formula	C11H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	204.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-5-Benzyl-3-methylhydantoin; (S)-3-Methyl-5-benzylhydantoin; L-5-Benzyl-3-methylhydantoin; (S)-(-)-5-Benzyl-3-methylhydantoin; 5-Benzyl-3-methyl-2,4-imidazolidinedione, (S)-; (4S)-5-Benzyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazole-2,4-dione; (S)-5-Benzyl-3-methylimidazolidine-2,4-dione
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Quality Control

Our (S)-5-Benzyl-3-Methyl-Imidazolidine-2,4-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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