Description

2-Heptanone, 7-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-, (R)- (9Ci) is a chiral, hydroxylated ketone derivative of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a valuable chiral building block or intermediate for the production of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring high-purity, optically active intermediates for research and development, such as pharmaceutical R&D, flavor and fragrance synthesis, and advanced material science, are the primary users of this specialty chemical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a potential precursor for the synthesis of specific flavor compounds or musk-like fragrance molecules.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories as a specialized building block for asymmetric synthesis and methodological studies.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifying agent for the development of novel polymers with specific optical or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Heptanone, 7-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-, (R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	130486-78-1
Molecular Formula	C8H16O2
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-7-Hydroxy-6-methylheptan-2-one; (6R)-6-Methyl-7-hydroxyheptan-2-one; 7-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2-heptanone, (R)-; (R)-6-Methyl-7-hydroxyheptan-2-one; (R)-7-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2-heptanone; 2-Heptanone, 7-hydroxy-6-methyl-, (R)-; (R)-HMM (Hydroxymethyl methyl ketone derivative)
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Quality Control

We supply 2-Heptanone, 7-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-, (R)- (9Ci) in various purity grades to meet diverse application needs, from research to process development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure compliance with stringent industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each batch to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥95.0% (Typical grades: 97%, 98%, 99%)
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥98.0% ee (Typical grades available)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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