Description

2-Pentanone, 4-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-, [S-(R*,R*)]- (9Ci) CAS NO 115936-19-1 is a chiral, hydroxylated ketone compound of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. This product matters as a versatile chiral building block, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure intermediates for advanced applications. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for specific, high-value aroma compounds.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new catalytic systems.
• Material Science: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized polymers and liquid crystals requiring chiral centers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a functionalized backbone for constructing complex natural products and other fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentanone, 4-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-, [S-(R*,R*)]- (9Ci)
CAS No.	115936-19-1
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(2S,4S)-4-Hydroxy-3-methylpentan-2-one; (2S,4S)-4-Hydroxy-3-methyl-2-pentanone; [S-(R*,R*)]-4-Hydroxy-3-methyl-2-pentanone; 4-Hydroxy-3-methyl-2-pentanone, (2S,4S)-; (2S,4S)-3-Methyl-4-hydroxypentan-2-one; Chiral 4-Hydroxy-3-methyl-2-pentanone
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Pentanone, 4-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-, [S-(R*,R*)]- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure compliance with exacting customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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