Description

(R,R)-(+)-2,4-Dimethylheptan-1-Ol is a high-purity chiral alcohol characterized by its specific stereochemistry, making it a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for applications requiring precise molecular geometry, such as the development of chiral ligands, catalysts, and pharmaceutical intermediates. It is particularly relevant for research and production in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries where enantiomeric purity is critical for product performance and regulatory approval.

Application

• As a chiral intermediate or building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• In the development and preparation of enantioselective catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis.
• For research in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry to study structure-activity relationships.
• As a starting material or resolving agent in the production of specialty agrochemicals.
• In the fragrance and flavor industry for creating stereochemically defined aroma compounds.
• For use in material science, particularly in the synthesis of chiral liquid crystals or polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R,R)-(+)-2,4-Dimethylheptan-1-Ol
CAS No.	18450-73-2
Molecular Formula	C9H20O
Molecular Weight	144.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(2R,4R)-2,4-Dimethyl-1-heptanol; (+)-(2R,4R)-2,4-Dimethylheptan-1-ol; (R,R)-2,4-Dimethyl-1-heptanol; 1-Heptanol, 2,4-dimethyl-, (2R,4R)-; (2R,4R)-2,4-Dimethylheptanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (R,R)-(+)-2,4-Dimethylheptan-1-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as chemical identity, assay, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profile. We support compliance with relevant standards for research and industrial use.

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
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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