Description

(R)-1,2-Epoxyheptane is a high-purity chiral epoxide building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate for introducing the (R)-configured oxirane moiety into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require enantiomerically pure intermediates for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral synthon in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where biological activity is stereospecific.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of chiral ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric catalysis, such as epoxide ring-opening reactions.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of chiral polymers, resins, and specialty materials with tailored optical or mechanical properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Utilized as an intermediate for creating specific chiral odorants and flavor compounds.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and for studying stereoselective reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-1,2-Epoxyheptane
CAS No.	110549-07-0
Molecular Formula	C7H14O
Molecular Weight	114.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(+)-1,2-Epoxyheptane; (R)-Heptylene Oxide; (2R)-2-Pentyloxirane; (R)-1,2-Heptene Oxide; (R)-7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane; (+)-(R)-1,2-Epoxyheptane; (R)-α-Butyloxirane; (R)-1,2-Epoxidoheptane
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Quality Control

Our (R)-1,2-Epoxyheptane is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including chiral GC/HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation measurement. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Optical Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index nD20	Contact for details
Density (20°C)	Contact for details

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