Description

[(4R)-4,5-Dihydro-4-(Phenylmethyl)-2-Oxazolyl]-Ferrocene is a chiral organometallic compound featuring a ferrocene core integrated with a substituted oxazoline ligand, representing a sophisticated building block for advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its utility as a highly effective chiral ligand or catalyst precursor in asymmetric transformations, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure compounds critical to modern research and development. This product is essential for pharmaceutical researchers, agrochemical developers, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals where stereochemical control is paramount.

Application

• Asymmetric Catalysis: As a chiral ligand for transition metal-catalyzed reactions such as asymmetric hydrogenation, allylic substitution, and cyclopropanation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: For the research and development of enantiomerically pure drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Development: In the synthesis of chiral pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: As a precursor for chiral organometallic polymers, sensors, or advanced functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key reagent for methodological development in organic and organometallic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(4R)-4,5-Dihydro-4-(Phenylmethyl)-2-Oxazolyl]-Ferrocene
CAS No.	2757082-03-2
Molecular Formula	C20H19FeNO
Molecular Weight	345.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-4-Benzyl-2-ferrocenyl-4,5-dihydrooxazole; (R)-4-Benzyl-2-ferrocenyl-2-oxazoline; Ferrocenyl Oxazoline Ligand; (R)-Fc-Oxazoline; (4R)-4-(Phenylmethyl)-2-(ferrocenyl)-4,5-dihydrooxazole; (R)-4-Benzyl-2-ferrocenyl-4,5-dihydro-1,3-oxazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of [(4R)-4,5-Dihydro-4-(Phenylmethyl)-2-Oxazolyl]-Ferrocene adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, NMR, and chiral analysis, to confirm identity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container sealed under an inert atmosphere if possible to ensure long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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