Description

Ethyl (2R,3R)-2,3-Epoxy-3-Methylpropanoate, 96 is a high-purity chiral epoxide ester, a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for the stereoselective construction of complex molecules, offering precise control over three-dimensional architecture. It is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring specific stereochemistry for efficacy.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the biological activity is stereospecific.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other specialty chemicals requiring high enantiomeric purity.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: A valuable substrate for developing and testing new chiral catalysts and synthetic methodologies in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific optical or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl (2R,3R)-2,3-Epoxy-3-Methylpropanoate, 96
CAS No.	118712-09-7
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (2R,3R)-2,3-Epoxy-3-methylpropanoate; (2R,3R)-Ethyl 2,3-epoxy-3-methylbutanoate; (2R,3R)-2,3-Epoxy-3-methylbutyric acid ethyl ester; Ethyl trans-2,3-epoxy-3-methylbutyrate; (2R,3R)-Ethyl 3-methyloxiran-2-carboxylate; Chiral ethyl epoxy-methylbutanoate; (2R,3R)-EMBE
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl (2R,3R)-2,3-Epoxy-3-Methylpropanoate, 96 is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure the specified enantiomeric purity and chemical identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 96.0%
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.