Description

Acetic Acid, 2-[(1S)-1-Phenylethoxy]- is a chiral, non-racemic chemical intermediate of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, where stereochemical control is critical. It is primarily needed by research and development laboratories, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors.

Application

• As a chiral auxiliary or resolving agent in asymmetric organic synthesis.
• Intermediate in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Building block for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure agrochemicals and flavors.
• Use in process chemistry for scaling up the production of chiral compounds.
• Key starting material in academic and industrial research for methodological studies.
• Precursor for ligands and catalysts used in stereoselective transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid, 2-[(1S)-1-Phenylethoxy]-
CAS No.	287400-90-2
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-(-)-2-(1-Phenylethoxy)acetic Acid; (S)-2-(α-Methylbenzyloxy)acetic Acid; (1S)-1-Phenylethyloxyacetic Acid; L-(-)-2-(1-Phenylethoxy)acetic Acid; O-[(1S)-1-Phenylethyl]glycolic Acid; (S)-O-(1-Phenylethyl)glycolic Acid; (S)-2-((1-Phenylethyl)oxy)acetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Acetic Acid, 2-[(1S)-1-Phenylethoxy]- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and purity.

Specification

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