Description

(R)-(-)-2-Decanol CAS NO 33758-15-5 is a high-purity chiral secondary alcohol, specifically the (R)-enantiomer of 2-decanol. This optically active compound serves as a critical chiral building block and resolving agent in advanced organic synthesis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries who require enantiomerically pure intermediates for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where stereochemical purity is paramount.
• Agrochemical Research & Development: Serves as a precursor or auxiliary in creating enantioselective pesticides and herbicides.
• Asymmetric Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of chiral ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Acts as a chiral component for creating stereochemically defined aroma chemicals.
• Chemical Resolution Agent: Utilized for the kinetic resolution or separation of racemic mixtures of other compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-(-)-2-Decanol
CAS No.	33758-15-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₂O
Molecular Weight	158.28 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Decanol; (R)-(-)-2-Decanol; (R)-2-Hydroxydecane; (2R)-Decan-2-ol; D-(-)-2-Decanol; (R)-sec-Decyl alcohol; (R)-2-Decyl alcohol; (-)-(R)-2-Decanol
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Quality Control

Our (R)-(-)-2-Decanol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying identity, purity, optical rotation, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Enantiomeric Excess)	≥ 99.0% ee
Optical Rotation [α]₂₀D	-9.5° to -10.5° (c=1, EtOH)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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