Description

2,3-Furandiol,Tetrahydro-4-Methyl-5-(1-Methylethyl)-,(3S,4S,5R)-[Partial]-(9Ci) is a high-purity, stereochemically defined furan derivative with significant potential in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures with precise stereocontrol for research and development. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical scientists, and specialty chemical manufacturers developing novel active ingredients, flavors, and fragrances. The CAS number for this compound is 188938-28-5.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for complex natural product analogs and bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where its furan core and stereochemistry can contribute to specific biological activity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for creating unique, complex aroma molecules due to its functionalized furan structure.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or building block for novel polymers and functional materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Catalysis & Ligand Design: The diol functionality and chiral centers make it a candidate for developing new chiral ligands or organocatalysts.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies in asymmetric synthesis and total synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,3-Furandiol,Tetrahydro-4-Methyl-5-(1-Methylethyl)-,(3S,4S,5R)-[Partial]-(9Ci)
CAS No.	188938-28-5
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(3S,4S,5R)-Tetrahydro-4-methyl-5-(1-methylethyl)-2,3-furandiol; 2,3-Dihydroxy-4-methyl-5-(propan-2-yl)tetrahydrofuran; Partial-(9CI) of 188938-28-5; Tetrahydro-4-methyl-5-isopropylfuran-2,3-diol (stereoisomer); Chiral tetrahydrofuran-2,3-diol derivative; Furan-2,3-diol, tetrahydro-4-methyl-5-(1-methylethyl)-, (3S,4S,5R)-; Isopropyl-methyl-tetrahydrofuran-diol
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,3-Furandiol,Tetrahydro-4-Methyl-5-(1-Methylethyl)-,(3S,4S,5R)-[Partial]-(9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure high stereochemical and chemical purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profile is provided with each 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). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if prolonged storage is required to maintain optimal purity and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% de (diastereomeric excess)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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