Description

Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-, Methyl Ester, (1Alpha,2Beta,3Alpha)- CAS NO 170234-09-0 is a high-purity, stereochemically defined cyclopentane derivative. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and advanced intermediate in sophisticated organic syntheses. It is primarily required by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in stereoselective synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex fragrance compounds, flavors, and specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and process chemistry for developing new catalytic and asymmetric reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialized polymers or liquid crystals where the rigid cyclopentane structure is beneficial.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-, Methyl Ester, (1Alpha,2Beta,3Alpha)-
CAS No.	170234-09-0
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(1α,2β,3α)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylcyclopentanecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl (1α,2β,3α)-2-hydroxy-3-methylcyclopentanecarboxylate; 2-Hydroxy-3-methylcyclopentanecarboxylic acid methyl ester, (1Alpha,2Beta,3Alpha)-; (1R,2S,3R)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylcyclopentanecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-1-cyclopentanecarboxylate; Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-, methyl ester, [1R-(1α,2β,3α)]-; 170234-09-0; Methyl (1R,2S,3R)-2-hydroxy-3-methylcyclopentane-1-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-, Methyl Ester, (1Alpha,2Beta,3Alpha)- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure high chemical and stereochemical purity suitable for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% de
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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