Description

(2R)-Hydroxypropanal is a chiral aldehyde derivative that serves as a valuable building block in asymmetric synthesis. Its importance lies in its role as a key intermediate for the production of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), enabling the construction of complex molecules with high stereochemical purity. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories and manufacturing units in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• As a chiral synthon in the asymmetric synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Building block for the production of nucleoside analogs and other bioactive molecules.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of natural products and complex organic compounds.
• Starting material for catalysts and ligands used in enantioselective reactions.
• Key reagent in carbohydrate chemistry and glycobiology research.
• Precursor for flavor and fragrance ingredients requiring specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(2R)-Hydroxypropanal
CAS No.	3946-09-6
Molecular Formula	C₃H₆O₂
Molecular Weight	74.08 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Hydroxypropanal; (R)-Lactaldehyde; D-Lactaldehyde; (R)-(-)-Lactaldehyde; (2R)-2-Hydroxypropanal; (R)-Hydroxypropionaldehyde; 2-Hydroxypropanal (R-form); 3946-09-6
EINECS	223-536-8

Quality Control

Our (2R)-Hydroxypropanal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical and enantiomeric purity, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its sensitivity, the container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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