Description

(βr,2R,5S)-β,5-Dimethyl-5β-Vinyltetrahydrofuran-2β-Ethanol is a high-purity, chiral chemical intermediate with a complex fused-ring structure. This compound is valued for its specific stereochemistry, which makes it a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical and fine chemical products. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, stereospecific pesticides and herbicides where biological activity is highly dependent on molecular configuration.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for complex fragrance and flavor ingredients that require specific enantiomeric purity.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in chemical research for studying stereoselective reactions and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialized polymers with unique optical or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(βr,2R,5S)-β,5-Dimethyl-5β-Vinyltetrahydrofuran-2β-Ethanol
CAS No.	33081-36-6
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropenyl-5-methylcyclohexanol (vinyl derivative); 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexanol; Tetrahydro-β,5-dimethyl-5-vinylfuran-2-ethanol; (1R,2S,5R)-Menth-8-en-2-ol (related terpene alcohol); L-Menth-8-en-2-ol; (-)-trans-Carveol (stereoisomer); Chiral vinyl tetrahydrofuran ethanol derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of (βr,2R,5S)-β,5-Dimethyl-5β-Vinyltetrahydrofuran-2β-Ethanol adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic (NMR, IR) techniques. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment. We support cGMP-compliant manufacturing for pharmaceutical applications upon request.

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 oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.