Description

2-Hexanone, 4-Hydroxy-3-Methylene-, (S)- (9Ci) is a specialized chiral building block and intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique stereochemistry and functional groups, which enable the construction of complex molecular architectures with high precision. It is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced 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.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in methodological development for asymmetric synthesis and catalysis studies.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized polymers or ligands with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hexanone, 4-Hydroxy-3-Methylene-, (S)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	151061-58-4
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-4-Hydroxy-3-methylen-2-hexanone; (S)-4-Hydroxy-3-methylenehexan-2-one; 4-Hydroxy-3-methylene-2-hexanone, (S)-; 2-Hexanone, 4-hydroxy-3-methylene-, (S)-; (S)-4-Hydroxy-3-methylidenehexan-2-one; (S)-3-Methylene-4-hydroxyhexan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide material with typical purities suitable for research and development applications, supported by comprehensive analytical data. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (by GC/HPLC), and chiral purity are available upon request 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 (15-25°C). This material may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC / HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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