Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-, (R)- (9Ci) CAS NO 158169-17-6 is a chiral derivative of benzoic acid, characterized by a specific stereochemical configuration at the hydroxyethyl substituent. This precise stereochemistry makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules in regulated industries. It is primarily required by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors for applications demanding high enantiomeric purity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting specific biological pathways where stereochemistry is critical.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a starting material or auxiliary in catalytic asymmetric reactions to construct other enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands for metal catalysts or organocatalysts used in stereoselective transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials that require a defined stereochemical structure.
• Biochemical Research: Potential use as a standard or probe in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis due to its specific (R)-configuration.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-, (R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	158169-17-6
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)benzoic acid; (R)-o-(1-Hydroxyethyl)benzoic acid; (R)-2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(1-hydroxyethyl)-, (R)-; (R)-α-Methyl-o-toluic acid; (R)-2-(α-Hydroxyethyl)benzoic acid; (R)-HETBA
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Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-, (R)- (9Ci) 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 pharmaceutical and advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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