Description

2-Hexanone, 3-Amino-5-Methyl-, (R)- (9Ci) is a chiral amino ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, where stereochemical control is critical. It is needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of drugs targeting the central nervous system or with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of chiral pesticides and herbicides, where the (R)-enantiomer may exhibit specific biological activity.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Ligand Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of novel chiral ligands used in asymmetric hydrogenation and other catalytic transformations.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and flavors & fragrances requiring defined stereochemistry.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, exploring new asymmetric synthesis routes and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hexanone, 3-Amino-5-Methyl-, (R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	114488-94-7
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO
Molecular Weight	129.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-3-Amino-5-methylhexan-2-one; (3R)-3-Amino-5-methyl-2-hexanone; 3-Amino-5-methyl-2-hexanone, (R)-; 2-Hexanone, 3-amino-5-methyl-, (R)-; (R)-3-Amino-5-methylhexan-2-one; 5-Methyl-3-amino-2-hexanone, (R)-enantiomer; (R)-5-Methyl-3-aminohexan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hexanone, 3-Amino-5-Methyl-, (R)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and enantiomeric excess (e.e.), critical for sensitive chiral synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) providing detailed specifications for identity, purity, and chiral purity are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to preserve stability, especially if the material is hygroscopic. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% e.e.
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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