Description

(2S)-2-(3,8-Dimethylazulen-5-Yl)Propanoic Acid CAS NO 489-87-2 is a high-purity, chiral azulene derivative characterized by its unique bicyclic aromatic structure and a propanoic acid side chain. This compound is valued as a sophisticated intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is essential for research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to incorporate the distinctive azulene moiety into new molecular entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting anti-inflammatory or photodynamic therapy applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection, leveraging its unique aromatic system for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and functional materials where the azulene core contributes to specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the creation of novel chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-2-(3,8-Dimethylazulen-5-Yl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	489-87-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	228.29 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-(3,8-Dimethylazulen-5-yl)propanoic acid; (-)-2-(3,8-Dimethylazulen-5-yl)propionic acid; L-2-(3,8-Dimethylazulen-5-yl)propanoic acid; 2-(3,8-Dimethyl-5-azulenyl)propanoic acid, (2S)-; 489-87-2; Azulene-5-propanoic acid, 3,8-dimethyl-, (S)-
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Quality Control

Our production of (2S)-2-(3,8-Dimethylazulen-5-Yl)Propanoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.