Description

2,2-Dimethyltetrahydrofuran-3-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique structural features, which are critical for constructing complex molecular architectures with defined stereochemistry. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological development and asymmetric synthesis studies in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for constructing complex ligand frameworks in catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethyltetrahydrofuran-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	39161-17-6
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxy-2,2-dimethyltetrahydrofuran; 2,2-Dimethyl-3-tetrahydrofurancarboxylic Acid; 2,2-Dimethyl-dihydro-furan-3-carboxylic acid; (Tetrahydro-2,2-dimethyl-3-furanyl)carboxylic Acid; 2,2-Dimethyltetrahydro-3-furancarboxylic Acid; 3-Furancarboxylic acid, tetrahydro-2,2-dimethyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2,2-Dimethyltetrahydrofuran-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.