Description

2-Furanol,5-Ethyltetrahydro-3-Methoxy-4-Methyl-,(2Alpha,3Beta,4Alpha,5Alpha)-(9Ci) is a high-purity, stereochemically defined furan derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate, offering a unique fused-ring structure for constructing complex molecules with precise spatial orientation. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, as well as by manufacturers of fine chemicals and specialty flavors and fragrances.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring complex, oxygenated heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its specific stereochemistry can influence biological activity and selectivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a specialized intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for research and high-value industrial applications.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Potential use as a precursor for creating novel synthetic aroma compounds with unique organoleptic properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for methodological studies in asymmetric synthesis and the exploration of new chemical spaces in medicinal chemistry.
• Material Science Precursor: Can be utilized in the development of specialized polymers or functional materials with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furanol,5-Ethyltetrahydro-3-Methoxy-4-Methyl-,(2Alpha,3Beta,4Alpha,5Alpha)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	196615-53-9
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethyltetrahydro-3-methoxy-4-methyl-2-furanol; (2α,3β,4α,5α)-5-Ethyltetrahydro-3-methoxy-4-methyl-2-furanol; 2(3H)-Furanone, dihydro-5-ethyl-3-methoxy-4-methyl-, (3R,4R,5R)-; Tetrahydro-5-ethyl-3-methoxy-4-methyl-2-furanol; 2-Furanol, tetrahydro-5-ethyl-3-methoxy-4-methyl-, (2α,3β,4α,5α)-; Furan-2-ol derivative; Chiral furanol intermediate.
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Furanol,5-Ethyltetrahydro-3-Methoxy-4-Methyl-,(2Alpha,3Beta,4Alpha,5Alpha)-(9Ci) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive synthetic applications. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and chiral analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the sealed container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
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.