Description

(R)-4,6-Dihydroxy-4-[(R)-1-Hydroxyethyl]-5-Oxohexanal is a high-purity chiral intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the production of complex, stereochemically defined molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fine chemicals, and other specialized organic compounds where precise stereochemistry is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a specialized building block for constructing stereochemically complex natural products and fine chemicals.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development and study of new asymmetric catalytic reactions.
• Biochemical Research: Potential use in the study of enzymatic pathways or as a synthetic analog of natural metabolites.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for method development and the exploration of novel synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-4,6-Dihydroxy-4-[(R)-1-Hydroxyethyl]-5-Oxohexanal
CAS No.	30080-29-6
Molecular Formula	C8H14O6
Molecular Weight	206.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(4R,6R)-4,6-Dihydroxy-4-(1-hydroxyethyl)-5-oxohexanal; (R,R)-4,6-Dihydroxy-4-(1-hydroxyethyl)-5-oxohexanal; 5-Oxohexanal, 4,6-dihydroxy-4-[(1R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-, (4R)-; 30080-29-6; (R)-4,6-Dihydroxy-4-[(R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-5-oxo-hexanal; 4,6-Dihydroxy-4-[(1R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-5-oxo-(4R)-hexanal; Hexanal, 4,6-dihydroxy-4-[(1R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-5-oxo-, (4R)-
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Quality Control

Our (R)-4,6-Dihydroxy-4-[(R)-1-Hydroxyethyl]-5-Oxohexanal is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to meet the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, it is recommended to keep the container under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% de
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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