Description

(R)-(-)-Tetrahydrofurfuryl Alcohol is a high-purity chiral alcohol derived from renewable furfural resources. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable chiral building block and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis. It is essential for industries requiring enantiomerically pure intermediates, particularly in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in asymmetric synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Solvent: Acts as a green, polar aprotic solvent for high-value chemical reactions and polymer processing.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Employed as an intermediate for creating specific chiral aroma chemicals.
• Advanced Material Research: Used in the development of chiral liquid crystals, polymers, and other functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-(-)-Tetrahydrofurfuryl Alcohol
CAS No.	22415-59-4
Molecular Formula	C5H10O2
Molecular Weight	102.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-Tetrahydro-2-furanmethanol; (R)-Tetrahydrofurfuryl Alcohol; (R)-THFA; (2R)-Tetrahydro-2-furylmethanol; (R)-(-)-Tetrahydro-2-furancarbinol; (R)-Tetrahydro-2-furylmethanol; (R)-Oxolan-2-ylmethanol; (R)-(-)-2-Hydroxymethyltetrahydrofuran
EINECS	244-933-0

Quality Control

Our (R)-(-)-Tetrahydrofurfuryl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for enantiomeric excess (e.e.) and chemical purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, impurity profile, and optical rotation are provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (e.e.)	≥ 99.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	-15° to -17° (c=1, H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.450 - 1.455
Specific Gravity (20/4°C)	1.045 - 1.055

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