Description

(R)-2-Benzyl-2,3-Dimethylbutyric Acid CAS NO 27771-09-1 is a high-purity chiral building block characterized by its specific stereochemistry at the 2-position. This compound is of significant value in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and advanced organic materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in areas requiring specific stereochemical control.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where biological activity is stereospecific.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances that require high optical purity.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-2-Benzyl-2,3-Dimethylbutyric Acid
CAS No.	27771-09-1
Molecular Formula	C13H18O2
Molecular Weight	206.28 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Benzyl-2,3-dimethylbutanoic acid; (2R)-2-Benzyl-2,3-dimethylbutanoic acid; (R)-α-Benzyl-α,β-dimethylbutyric acid; (R)-2,3-Dimethyl-2-phenylmethylbutyric acid; (+)-2-Benzyl-2,3-dimethylbutyric acid; (R)-Benzyl-dimethyl-butyric acid; (R)-BDMBA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of (R)-2-Benzyl-2,3-Dimethylbutyric Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure consistent high quality and enantiomeric excess (e.e.). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific rotation, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (e.e.)	≥ 99.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.