Description

2-Hexanone, 3-Methyl-, (3R)- (9Ci) is a chiral ketone of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a valuable chiral building block or intermediate for the production of fine chemicals, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and specialty materials, where its defined stereochemistry is critical for function. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and academic research laboratories focused on asymmetric synthesis and stereoselective reactions.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a key building block for the development of enantiomerically pure drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research & Development: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of novel, stereospecific pesticides and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Material Production: Employed in the manufacture of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and other performance materials requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & Industrial Catalysis Research: Utilized as a model substrate or ligand precursor in studies of asymmetric catalysis and reaction mechanism elucidation.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing chiral aroma chemicals with specific olfactory properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hexanone, 3-Methyl-, (3R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	355374-26-4
Molecular Formula	C7H14O
Molecular Weight	114.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(3R)-3-Methyl-2-hexanone; (R)-3-Methyl-2-hexanone; (R)-3-Methylhexan-2-one; 3-Methyl-2-hexanone, (3R)-; 2-Hexanone, 3-methyl-, (3R)-; (R)-(-)-3-Methyl-2-hexanone; (R)-3-Methyl-2-hexanon
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as chiral purity (enantiomeric excess), chemical purity, and identity confirmation. We adhere to strict quality management protocols suitable for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. As a ketone, it is flammable and should be stored away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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