Description

(3R,4S)-3,4-Dichlorohexane is a high-purity chiral organic compound characterized by its specific stereochemistry at the 3 and 4 positions. This precise molecular configuration makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials where stereochemical control is critical for product efficacy and performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing chiral pesticides and herbicides, where the biological activity is often enantiomer-specific.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of chiral polymers and liquid crystals with unique optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3R,4S)-3,4-Dichlorohexane
CAS No.	19117-19-2
Molecular Formula	C6H12Cl2
Molecular Weight	155.06 g/mol
Synonyms	(3R,4S)-3,4-Dichlorohexane; 3,4-Dichlorohexane, (3R,4S)-; Hexane, 3,4-dichloro-, (3R,4S)-; (3R,4S)-Hexane-3,4-diyl dichloride; (3R-trans)-3,4-Dichlorohexane; 19117-19-2; 3,4-Dichlorohexane (specific stereoisomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3R,4S)-3,4-Dichlorohexane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high chemical and enantiomeric purity. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including chiral HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and active metals. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is sensitive to light (store away from light) and should be handled in accordance with good laboratory practices for organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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