Description

Methyl (S)-Tetrahydrofuran-3-Carboxylate is a high-purity chiral building block of significant importance in modern synthetic chemistry. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate for the synthesis of complex, biologically active molecules, enabling the creation of enantiomerically pure products. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides for enhanced efficacy and environmental safety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring high stereochemical purity.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl (S)-Tetrahydrofuran-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	165611-33-6
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-Tetrahydrofuran-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl (3S)-tetrahydro-3-furancarboxylate; (S)-3-(Methoxycarbonyl)tetrahydrofuran; (S)-Tetrahydro-3-furancarboxylic acid methyl ester; (S)-Methyl tetrahydrofuran-3-carboxylate; (3S)-Tetrahydrofuran-3-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; (S)-Methyl 3-tetrahydrofurancarboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl (S)-Tetrahydrofuran-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure compliance with exacting standards for research and production use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles are 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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 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.