Description

2(3H)-Furanone,5-Butyl-5-Ethoxydihydro-3,4-Dihydroxy-,[3R-(3Alpha,4Alpha,5Bta)]-(9Ci) CAS NO 169396-08-1 is a high-purity, stereochemically defined dihydroxyfuranone derivative. This compound is valued as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of complex molecules with specific stereochemical requirements. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, flavor & fragrance synthesis, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the development of novel therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where specific stereochemistry is crucial for bioactivity.
• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: Acts as a precursor for creating complex, naturally-derived flavoring agents and aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing heterocyclic compounds and exploring new chemical spaces.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for developing novel polymers and functional materials with specific optical or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2(3H)-Furanone,5-Butyl-5-Ethoxydihydro-3,4-Dihydroxy-,[3R-(3Alpha,4Alpha,5Bta)]-(9Ci)
CAS No.	169396-08-1
Molecular Formula	C10H18O5
Molecular Weight	218.25 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Butyl-5-ethoxydihydro-3,4-dihydroxy-2(3H)-furanone; (3R,4R,5S)-5-Butyl-5-ethoxy-3,4-dihydroxy-2(3H)-furanone; 5-Butyl-5-ethoxy-3,4-dihydroxy-2(3H)-furanone (3R,4R,5S)-; Dihydro-3,4-dihydroxy-5-butyl-5-ethoxy-2(3H)-furanone; (3R,4R,5S)-5-Butyl-5-ethoxy-3,4-dihydroxy-2,3-dihydrofuran-2-one; 5-Butyl-5-ethoxy-3,4-dihydroxy-2,3-dihydrofuran-2-one; [3R-(3α,4α,5β)]-5-Butyl-5-ethoxydihydro-3,4-dihydroxy-2(3H)-furanone
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Quality Control

Our production of 2(3H)-Furanone,5-Butyl-5-Ethoxydihydro-3,4-Dihydroxy-,[3R-(3Alpha,4Alpha,5Bta)]-(9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and chiral analysis to confirm identity, purity, and stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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