Description

(S)-(-)-Tetrahydro-2-Furoic Acid Butyl Ester is a high-purity chiral intermediate of significant value in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical producers focused on asymmetric synthesis and process chemistry.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Building Block for novel agrochemicals and plant protection agents.
• Starting Material for ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric hydrogenation and other stereoselective reactions.
• Key Precursor in the development of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Research Chemical for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and synthetic methodology.
• Monomer or Modifier for specialized polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(-)-Tetrahydro-2-Furoic Acid Butyl Ester
CAS No.	178461-69-3
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-Tetrahydro-2-furoic acid butyl ester; (S)-Butyl tetrahydro-2-furoate; (S)-(-)-Butyl tetrahydrofuran-2-carboxylate; (S)-Tetrahydrofuran-2-carboxylic acid butyl ester; L-Tetrahydro-2-furoic acid butyl ester; Butyl (S)-(-)-tetrahydro-2-furoate; (2S)-Tetrahydro-2-furancarboxylic acid butyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-(-)-Tetrahydro-2-Furoic Acid Butyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral HPLC for enantiomeric excess (ee) determination. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific rotation are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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