Description

(R)-2-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-Heptanenitrile is a chiral nitrile derivative featuring a hydroxyl group at the alpha position, making it a valuable chiral building block for asymmetric synthesis. This compound is essential for the production of high-value, optically active intermediates used in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring stereochemical control.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of chiral herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where specific enantiomeric activity is desired.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for the development of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric transformations.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural products, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and process chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-2-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-Heptanenitrile
CAS No.	135362-75-3
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO
Molecular Weight	141.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Hydroxy-2-methylheptanenitrile; (2R)-2-Hydroxy-2-methylheptanenitrile; (R)-α-Hydroxy-α-methylheptanenitrile; (R)-2-Methyl-2-hydroxyheptanenitrile; Heptanenitrile, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-, (R)-; (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-methylheptanonitrile; (R)-HMN
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Quality Control

Our (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-Heptanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity (enantiomeric excess) determination by chiral HPLC or GC, chemical assay, and identification to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Due to its chemical nature as a strong acid/organic solvent compatible compound, it should be kept away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

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

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