Description

3-Furancarboxaldehyde, 2-Butyltetrahydro-, (2R-Trans)- (9Ci) is a chiral, substituted tetrahydrofurfural derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and valuable building block for creating complex molecules with defined stereochemistry, which is critical for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients and specialty chemicals. Industries requiring high-purity chiral intermediates, such as pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and flavor & fragrance manufacturing, are the primary users of this specialty chemical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry impacts biological activity.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a building block for creating complex, naturally-derived aroma molecules and flavorants.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Ligand Precursor: Provides a chiral framework for the development of ligands used in catalytic processes.
• Fine Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialized polymers with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Furancarboxaldehyde, 2-Butyltetrahydro-, (2R-Trans)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	175521-61-6
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(2R-trans)-2-Butyltetrahydro-3-furancarboxaldehyde; 2-Butyltetrahydrofuran-3-carbaldehyde, (2R,3S)-rel-; Tetrahydro-2-butyl-3-furancarboxaldehyde; 3-Furancarboxaldehyde, tetrahydro-2-butyl-, (2R-trans)-; 2-n-Butyltetrahydrofuran-3-carboxaldehyde; (2R,3S)-2-Butyltetrahydrofuran-3-carbaldehyde; Chiral Tetrahydrofurfural Derivative; 2-Butyl-3-formyltetrahydrofuran
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Furancarboxaldehyde, 2-Butyltetrahydro-, (2R-Trans)- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to meet the exacting standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). This material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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

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