Description

(R)-[(2-Cyclopentylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane is a chiral epoxide building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its stereochemically defined oxirane ring, which serves as a versatile electrophilic handle for the stereoselective introduction of functional groups. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of complex, optically active target molecules. The CAS number for this compound is provided in the table below.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and cardiovascular drug research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, such as epoxide ring-opening reactions.
• Material Science Research: Building block for specialty polymers and resins where controlled stereochemistry influences material properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the synthesis of labeled compounds and molecular probes for studying biological mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-[(2-Cyclopentylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane
CAS No.	154531-76-7
Molecular Formula	C14H18O2
Molecular Weight	218.29 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-[(2-Cyclopentylphenoxy)methyl]oxirane; (R)-Glycidyl 2-cyclopentylphenyl ether; (R)-1,2-Epoxy-3-(2-cyclopentylphenoxy)propane; (R)-Epichlorohydrin 2-cyclopentylphenyl ether derivative; (2R)-2-[(2-Cyclopentylphenoxy)methyl]oxirane; (R)-(-)-[(2-Cyclopentylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane; (R)-enantiomer of C14H18O2; Chiral glycidyl ether derivative
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Quality Control

Our (R)-[(2-Cyclopentylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee reproducible quality and enantiomeric excess.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent hydrolysis of the epoxide ring.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Enantiomeric Excess)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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