Description

(R)-3-Amino-2-Methylbutan-2-Ol is a chiral amino alcohol building block of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. This compound is a key intermediate for the production of high-value pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, enabling the creation of molecules with specific three-dimensional configurations. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) drug candidates.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand: Used to prepare chiral ligands for transition metal catalysis, facilitating enantioselective reactions like hydrogenation and cross-coupling.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where specific stereochemistry is required for bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex, high-purity specialty chemicals for research and industrial applications.
• Resolution Agent: Can be utilized as a chiral resolving agent for the separation of racemic mixtures of acids or other compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-3-Amino-2-Methylbutan-2-Ol
CAS No.	157769-82-9
Molecular Formula	C5H13NO
Molecular Weight	103.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-3-Amino-2-methyl-2-butanol; (2R)-3-Amino-2-methylbutan-2-ol; (R)-2-Methyl-3-aminobutan-2-ol; (R)-3-Amino-2-methyl-2-butanol; (R)-2-Methyl-2-butanol-3-amine; (R)-3-Amino-2-methylbutan-2-ol; (R)-2-Methyl-3-aminobutan-2-ol; (R)-2-Methyl-2-hydroxy-3-aminobutane
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Quality Control

Our (R)-3-Amino-2-Methylbutan-2-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical and enantiomeric purity, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data, including chiral purity, are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

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

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