Description

(4S,5S)-1,3-Bis(2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl)-4,5-Diphenyl-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-3-Ium Tetrafluoroborate is a high-purity, chiral imidazolinium salt primarily utilized as a sophisticated organocatalyst or chiral ligand in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in enabling precise stereochemical control for the production of enantiomerically pure intermediates in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in pharmaceutical development, fine chemical synthesis, and academic research where high enantioselectivity is critical.

Application

• Asymmetric Organocatalysis: Employed as a chiral catalyst for a variety of carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key for constructing chiral centers in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Chiral Ligand in Metal Complexes: Can be used to generate chiral metal complexes for enantioselective catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Facilitates the synthesis of enantiomerically pure flavors, fragrances, and agrochemical intermediates.
• Methodology Development in Academic Research: A valuable tool for developing new synthetic methodologies in university and institutional laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Potential use in the synthesis of chiral polymers or frameworks with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4S,5S)-1,3-Bis(2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl)-4,5-Diphenyl-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-3-Ium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS No.	1033618-47-1
Molecular Formula	C₃₁H₃₁BF₄N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	582.40 g/mol
Synonyms	(4S,5S)-1,3-Bis(2,6-dimethoxyphenyl)-4,5-diphenyl-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate; (S,S)-1,3-Bis(2,6-dimethoxyphenyl)-4,5-diphenylimidazolinium Tetrafluoroborate; (S,S)-Imidazolinium Salt Catalyst; Chiral Imidazolinium Tetrafluoroborate; Asymmetric Organocatalyst; (4S,5S)-DTBM-SEGPHOS related imidazolinium salt; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Every batch of our (4S,5S)-1,3-Bis(2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl)-4,5-Diphenyl-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-3-Ium Tetrafluoroborate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity (enantiomeric excess), and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% 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.