Description

[S,(+)]-1,3-Diphenylbutane CAS NO 17293-53-7 is a high-purity chiral organic compound characterized by its specific stereochemistry at the benzylic carbon. This compound matters as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is needed by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and specialty chemical manufacturers focused on asymmetric synthesis, chiral ligand development, and the creation of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A key building block for the development of enantiomerically pure drugs, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular research.
• Asymmetric Catalysis & Ligand Development: Serves as a precursor or core structure for novel chiral ligands and catalysts used in stereoselective transformations.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Reference Standard & Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a high-purity standard for chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic method development.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of chiral polymers or liquid crystals with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	[S,(+)]-1,3-Diphenylbutane
CAS No.	17293-53-7
Molecular Formula	C16H18
Molecular Weight	210.31 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-(+)-1,3-Diphenylbutane; (S)-1,3-Diphenylbutane; (+)-(S)-1,3-Diphenylbutane; (S)-1,3-Diphenyl-n-butane; (S)-α-Methyl-β-phenethylbenzene; (S)-(+)-1,3-Diphenylbutan; 1,3-Diphenylbutane, (S)-(+)-; (S)-1,3-Diphenylbutane enantiomer
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Quality Control

Our [S,(+)]-1,3-Diphenylbutane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity determination by HPLC, to ensure high enantiomeric excess (e.e.) and chemical purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific rotation are available upon request.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Specific Rotation [α]	+30° to +35° (c=1 in CHCl3)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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