Description

(R)-(+)-1,2-Epoxytetradecane is a high-purity chiral epoxide building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters because its defined stereochemistry and reactive oxirane ring make it a versatile precursor for creating optically active molecules with specific three-dimensional structures. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as asymmetric synthesis and the development of chiral ligands or biologically active compounds.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A key building block for the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex natural products.
• Agrochemical Research & Development: Used in the creation of novel, stereochemically defined pesticides and herbicides.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing polymers with specific chiral or functional properties.
• Asymmetric Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: A precursor in the synthesis of chiral catalysts and ligands used in enantioselective transformations.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Synthesis: Employed in the production of high-value chiral flavor and fragrance compounds.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and stereochemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-(+)-1,2-Epoxytetradecane
CAS No.	116619-64-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₈O
Molecular Weight	212.38 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(+)-Tetradecene oxide; (R)-1,2-Epoxytetradecane; (R)-(+)-1,2-Epoxy tetradecane; (2R)-2-Pentyloxirane; (R)-Oxirane, 2-pentyl-; (+)-(R)-1,2-Epoxytetradecane; (R)-Tetradecane-1,2-epoxide
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Quality Control

Our (R)-(+)-1,2-Epoxytetradecane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral HPLC or GC analysis for enantiomeric excess (ee) determination, identity confirmation by FT-IR or NMR, and purity assessment. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere (nitrogen or argon), please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

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

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