Description

Oxiranecarboxaldehyde, 3-Hexyl-, (2R-Trans)- (9Ci) is a chiral, high-purity epoxide derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and stereochemically defined building block for creating complex molecules with precise three-dimensional architecture. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as asymmetric synthesis and the development of active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel, stereoselective pesticides and herbicides where specific chirality impacts biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in enantioselective transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of complex fragrance compounds, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for introducing reactive epoxide groups into polymer chains, modifying material properties.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, exploring new ring-opening and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxiranecarboxaldehyde, 3-Hexyl-, (2R-Trans)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	163748-80-9
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(2R,3S)-3-Hexyloxiranecarboxaldehyde; (2R,3S)-3-Hexyl-2-oxiranecarboxaldehyde; (2R,3S)-3-Hexylglycidaldehyde; trans-3-Hexylglycidaldehyde; (2R,3S)-Epoxyhexylcarboxaldehyde; 2,3-Epoxydecanal (stereospecific); (2R,3S)-2,3-Epoxydecanal; A chiral C10 epoxide aldehyde
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Quality Control

Our Oxiranecarboxaldehyde, 3-Hexyl-, (2R-Trans)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure compliance with research and development grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and maintain stability. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, separate from incompatible materials.

Specification

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

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