Description

Hexanal, 3-Methyl-5-Oxo-, (3R)- (9Ci) is a specialized chiral aldehyde-ketone compound with significant synthetic utility. Its defined stereochemistry and reactive carbonyl groups make it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This product is primarily sought by research and development laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for creating complex, optically active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring specific stereocenters.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where stereoselectivity impacts biological activity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new catalytic asymmetric reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in multi-step syntheses for natural products, complex heterocycles, and other fine chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialized polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexanal, 3-Methyl-5-Oxo-, (3R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	389837-64-3
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(3R)-3-Methyl-5-oxohexanal; (R)-3-Methyl-5-oxohexanal; 5-Oxo-3-methylhexanal, (3R)-; 3-Methyl-5-oxohexanal, (R)-; (R)-3-Methyl-5-oxo-hexanal; Hexanal, 3-methyl-5-oxo-, (3R)-; (3R)-3-Methyl-5-oxo-hexanal; 389837-64-3
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Quality Control

Our Hexanal, 3-Methyl-5-Oxo-, (3R)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity (enantiomeric excess) and chemical purity determination by validated methods such as GC and HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or manufacturing standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress and oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity (ee)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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