Description

[2S,4R,(+)]-2,4-Dimethylheptanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, chiral ester compound characterized by its specific stereochemistry at the 2 and 4 positions. This precise stereochemical configuration makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring high enantiomeric purity, such as in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), chiral ligands, and fragrances.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of enantiomerically pure Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is critical for biological activity.
• Chiral Ligand & Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing sophisticated ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a potential intermediate for creating stereochemically defined aroma compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reference standard and building block in academic and industrial organic chemistry laboratories.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier for creating polymers with specific chiral properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	[2S,4R,(+)]-2,4-Dimethylheptanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	18450-78-7
Molecular Formula	C10H20O2
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-(2S,4R)-2,4-Dimethylheptanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (2S,4R)-2,4-Dimethylheptanoate; (2S,4R)-Methyl 2,4-Dimethylheptanoate; 2,4-Dimethylheptanoic Acid Methyl Ester, (2S,4R)-(+)-; Methyl (2S,4R)-2,4-Dimethylheptanoic Acid Ester; (2S,4R)-(+)-2,4-Dimethylheptanoic Acid Methyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our [2S,4R,(+)]-2,4-Dimethylheptanoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure compliance with customer specifications and high industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]	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.