Description

3-Furancarboxylicacid,Tetrahydro-3-Hydroxy-5-Oxo-,(S)-(9Ci) is a high-purity chiral building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant synthetic value. Its defined stereochemistry and functionalized tetrahydrofuran core make it a critical precursor for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to introduce specific chiral centers into their target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral, anticancer, and neurological drug candidates.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a starting material or chiral auxiliary in stereoselective organic synthesis to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry for optimal activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where high purity and defined isomerism are crucial.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research programs.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Furancarboxylicacid,Tetrahydro-3-Hydroxy-5-Oxo-,(S)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	131001-79-1
Molecular Formula	C6H8O5
Molecular Weight	160.12 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-Tetrahydro-3-hydroxy-5-oxo-3-furancarboxylic acid; (3S)-3-Hydroxy-5-oxotetrahydrofuran-3-carboxylic acid; (S)-3-Hydroxy-5-oxodihydro-2(3H)-furancarboxylic acid; (S)-3-Hydroxytetrahydro-5-oxo-3-furancarboxylic acid; (S)-3-Carboxy-3-hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone; (S)-HOTFC; (S)-3-Hydroxy-5-oxotetrahydrofuroic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Furancarboxylicacid,Tetrahydro-3-Hydroxy-5-Oxo-,(S)-(9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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