Description

Ethanone, 1-[4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,3-Dimethylcyclopentyl]-, [1S-(1Alpha,2Alpha,3Alpha,4Beta)]- is a high-purity, stereochemically defined cyclopentyl ketone derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a critical chiral building block and intermediate for the development of complex, biologically active molecules, offering precise control over stereochemistry. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, process development, and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the creation of advanced, stereoselective pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in asymmetric synthesis for constructing complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Serves as a versatile scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis in drug discovery programs.
• Process Chemistry: Investigated for use in scalable, stereocontrolled manufacturing routes for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of sophisticated musk and woody aroma chemicals due to its cyclopentane backbone.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ethanone, 1-[4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,3-Dimethylcyclopentyl]-, [1S-(1Alpha,2Alpha,3Alpha,4Beta)]-
CAS No.	146606-73-7
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,2S,3S,4R)-4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,3-dimethylcyclopentyl methyl ketone; (1S,2S,3S,4R)-1-[4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,3-dimethylcyclopentyl]ethanone; 1-[(1S,2S,3S,4R)-4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,3-dimethylcyclopentyl]ethan-1-one; 2,3-Dimethyl-4-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopentyl methyl ketone (stereoisomer); Chiral cyclopentyl ketone derivative; CAS 146606-73-7
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Quality Control

Our Ethanone, 1-[4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,3-Dimethylcyclopentyl]-, [1S-(1Alpha,2Alpha,3Alpha,4Beta)]- is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure high stereochemical integrity and chemical purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data (HPLC/GC) are provided to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider the use of desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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