Description

(-)-3-Methylbutanoic Acid (1S)-4-[(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)Methyl]-1,4Aα,5,6,7,7Aα-Hexahydro-7α-Methyl-6-Oxocyclopenta[C]Pyran-1α-Yl Ester is a high-purity, complex organic ester with a defined stereochemistry, making it a valuable chiral building block for advanced synthesis. This compound is critical for research and development in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, where precise molecular structure is paramount. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex, stereospecific molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry can influence biological activity and environmental profile.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a specialized building block for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals requiring defined stereocenters.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial research as a probe or substrate for studying enzyme-catalyzed reactions and metabolic pathways.
• Process Chemistry Development: Utilized for scaling up synthetic routes and optimizing manufacturing processes for complex organic molecules in pilot plants.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-3-Methylbutanoic Acid (1S)-4-[(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)Methyl]-1,4Aα,5,6,7,7Aα-Hexahydro-7α-Methyl-6-Oxocyclopenta[C]Pyran-1α-Yl Ester
CAS No.	103553-93-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₃₄O₉
Molecular Weight	430.49 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,4aS,7aS)-4-(Hydroxymethyl)-7a-methyl-1-[(3-methylbutanoyl)oxy]-1,4a,5,6,7,7a-hexahydrocyclopenta[c]pyran-6-one β-D-glucopyranoside; 3-Methylbutanoic Acid (1S,4aS,7aS)-4-[(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)methyl]-1,4a,5,6,7,7a-hexahydro-7a-methyl-6-oxocyclopenta[c]pyran-1-yl Ester; (1S,4aS,7aS)-1-[(3-Methyl-1-oxobutoxy)]-4-[(β-D-glucopyranosyloxy)methyl]-7a-methylhexahydro-6-oxocyclopenta[c]pyran-6-one; A complex glucosylated terpenoid ester.
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Quality Control

Our (-)-3-Methylbutanoic Acid (1S)-4-[(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)Methyl]-1,4Aα,5,6,7,7Aα-Hexahydro-7α-Methyl-6-Oxocyclopenta[C]Pyran-1α-Yl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure identity, strength, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral excess, and impurity profiles are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent decomposition. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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