Description

Pentanoic Acid, 3-Methyl-4-Oxo-, (R)- (9Ci) is a chiral, optically active organic compound featuring a carboxylic acid and a ketone functional group on a branched carbon chain. This specific stereochemistry makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules. It is primarily utilized in advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. Industries requiring high-purity chiral synthons for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials will find this compound essential.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is crucial for bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for synthesizing complex flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in academic and industrial research focused on developing new chiral catalysts.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for creating chiral polymers or advanced organic materials with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanoic Acid, 3-Methyl-4-Oxo-, (R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	127116-16-9
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid; (R)-4-Oxo-3-methylpentanoic acid; (3R)-3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid; D-3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid; (R)-3-Methyl-4-oxovaleric acid; 4-Oxo-3-methylpentanoic acid, (R)-; 127116-16-9; Valeric acid, 3-methyl-4-oxo-, (R)-
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Quality Control

Our Pentanoic Acid, 3-Methyl-4-Oxo-, (R)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, chiral excess, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (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.