Description

(S)-4-(2-Methyl-1-Propyl)-Dihydro-2(3H)-Furanone is a chiral lactone compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This product matters as a versatile and high-purity building block for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemistry. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications such as asymmetric synthesis and the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• As a key chiral intermediate in the asymmetric synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds.
• Building block for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Starting material for the synthesis of complex natural products and fragrances.
• Use in fine chemical synthesis for creating specialty chemicals with defined stereocenters.
• Intermediate in process chemistry for scaling up the production of enantiomerically pure substances.
• Reagent in methodological studies for developing new catalytic asymmetric reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-4-(2-Methyl-1-Propyl)-Dihydro-2(3H)-Furanone
CAS No.	172796-26-8
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-4-(2-Methylpropyl)dihydrofuran-2(3H)-one; (S)-4-Isobutyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one; (S)-γ-Isobutyl-γ-butyrolactone; (S)-4-(2-Methylpropyl)butyrolactone; (3S)-4-(2-Methylpropyl)oxolan-2-one; (S)-(-)-4-Isobutyl-γ-butyrolactone
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Quality Control

Our (S)-4-(2-Methyl-1-Propyl)-Dihydro-2(3H)-Furanone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure compliance with high-purity standards for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are available upon request.

Storage

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

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.