Description

(4R)-3,4α-Dihydroxy-5β-(3-Methylbutyl)-2-(3-Methyl-1-Oxobutyl)-2-Cyclopenten-1-One is a high-purity, optically active cyclopentenone derivative with a complex, branched alkyl side chain structure. This compound is valued as a critical chiral building block and synthetic intermediate for advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a sophisticated starting material or intermediate in stereoselective organic reactions.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Employed in the total or semi-synthesis of complex natural products due to its intricate functionalized cyclopentenone core.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as an intermediate in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential use in the synthesis of high-value aroma chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in methodological studies and discovery chemistry for new reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4R)-3,4α-Dihydroxy-5β-(3-Methylbutyl)-2-(3-Methyl-1-Oxobutyl)-2-Cyclopenten-1-One
CAS No.	17343-79-2
Molecular Formula	C15H24O4
Molecular Weight	268.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(4R)-3,4α-Dihydroxy-5β-(3-methylbutyl)-2-(3-methyl-1-oxobutyl)-2-cyclopenten-1-one; 2-Cyclopenten-1-one, 3,4-dihydroxy-5-(3-methylbutyl)-2-(3-methyl-1-oxobutyl)-, (4R,5β)-; (4R,5β)-3,4-Dihydroxy-5-(3-methylbutyl)-2-(3-methyl-1-oxobutyl)-2-cyclopenten-1-one; 17343-79-2; (4R)-3,4α-Dihydroxy-5β-(3-methylbutyl)-2-(3-methyl-1-oxobutyl)cyclopent-2-en-1-one; Chiral cyclopentenone derivative; 3-Methylbutyl substituted cyclopentenone.
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Quality Control

Our (4R)-3,4α-Dihydroxy-5β-(3-Methylbutyl)-2-(3-Methyl-1-Oxobutyl)-2-Cyclopenten-1-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure identity, potency, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurities are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.