Description

Benzeneacetic Acid, α-Hydroxy-, (αr)-, Compd. With (αr)-α-Methyl-1-Naphthalenemethanamine (1:1) is a high-purity, non-racemic salt complex of mandelic acid and (R)-1-(1-naphthyl)ethylamine, serving as a critical chiral intermediate or resolving agent in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its ability to impart or control stereochemistry, a fundamental requirement for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other high-value enantiomerically pure substances. Industries requiring precise chiral control, such as pharmaceutical R&D, fine chemical manufacturing, and advanced material science, are the primary users of this specialized chemical.

Application

• Chiral Resolution Agent: Used for the separation of racemic mixtures of carboxylic acids or other acidic compounds via diastereomeric salt formation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block or chiral auxiliary in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis Catalyst/Additive: Employed to induce chirality in catalytic reactions or as a ligand precursor in metal-catalyzed transformations.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in the research and production of specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and flavors & fragrances where specific stereochemistry is required.
• Analytical Standard: Acts as a reference standard for method development and quality control in chiral HPLC or other analytical techniques.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for chemists in universities and corporate labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and chiral compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneacetic Acid, α-Hydroxy-, (αr)-, Compd. With (αr)-α-Methyl-1-Naphthalenemethanamine (1:1)
CAS No.	1073144-62-3
Molecular Formula	C20H21NO3
Molecular Weight	323.39 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-Mandelic Acid (R)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine Salt (1:1); (R)-Mandelic Acid - (R)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine Complex; (R)-1-Phenylethanol-α-carboxylic Acid Compound with (R)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine; (R,R)-Mandelic Acid-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine Salt; Mandelic Acid-(R)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine Salt; Chiral Mandelic Acid Amine Salt; α-Hydroxybenzeneacetic Acid Compound with (R)-α-Methyl-1-naphthalenemethanamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzeneacetic Acid, α-Hydroxy-, (αr)-, Compd. With (αr)-α-Methyl-1-Naphthalenemethanamine (1:1) is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic and research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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