Description

(R)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid is a high-purity chiral carboxylic acid, a key building block in the synthesis of optically active compounds. Its defined stereochemistry is critical for applications requiring high enantiomeric purity, ensuring consistent performance and efficacy in advanced chemical processes. This product is essential for research and industrial applications in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries, where precise molecular architecture dictates function.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of drugs targeting metabolic and neurological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides, where the specific (R)-enantiomer can provide enhanced biological activity and environmental safety.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for high-value aroma chemicals, contributing to complex, natural scent profiles in perfumery and flavor formulations.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the research and manufacture of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis, improving yield and selectivity in chemical reactions.
• Advanced Material Research: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers and liquid crystals with tailored optical or mechanical properties.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in enzymatic studies and metabolic research due to its specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid
CAS No.	32531-52-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (R)-3,7-Dimethylcaprylic Acid; (R)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (R)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (R)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (R)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (R)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (R)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our (R)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure compliance with exacting standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and heat sources. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.