Description

Dibenzoyltartaric Acid is a specialized chiral resolving agent and organic intermediate. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to separate enantiomers of racemic mixtures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries. This compound is essential for manufacturers requiring high-purity chiral building blocks for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and advanced materials.

Application

• Chiral Resolution Agent: For the separation of racemic amines, amino acids, and other pharmaceutically relevant compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure drugs and diagnostic agents.
• Asymmetric Synthesis Catalyst: Acts as a chiral auxiliary or ligand in catalytic asymmetric reactions.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a chiral selector in chromatography for analytical and preparative separation.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A key building block for complex organic molecules in research and development.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the manufacture of chiral pesticides and herbicides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibenzoyltartaric Acid
CAS No.	22333-70-6
Molecular Formula	C18H14O8
Molecular Weight	358.30 g/mol
Synonyms	DBTA; (2R,3R)-2,3-Bis(benzoyloxy)succinic acid; (R,R)-Dibenzoyltartaric acid; Dibenzoyl-D-tartaric acid; (2R,3R)-2,3-Dibenzoyltartaric acid; L-Dibenzoyltartaric Acid; (R,R)-O,O'-Dibenzoyltartaric Acid; Tartaric Acid Dibenzoyl Ester
EINECS	244-904-5

Quality Control

Our Dibenzoyltartaric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding applications like chiral resolution and pharmaceutical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	-115° to -125° (c=1 in acetone)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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