Description

(2S)-Tetrahydro-4β-Methyl-5-Oxo-2-Tridecyl-3β-Furancarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived furancarboxylic acid derivative with a defined stereochemistry. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex specialty molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a specialized building block for constructing complex organic molecules with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new catalytic systems for stereoselective reactions.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of advanced, biologically active compounds for crop protection.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical research programs focused on natural product synthesis and methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-Tetrahydro-4β-Methyl-5-Oxo-2-Tridecyl-3β-Furancarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	493-45-8
Molecular Formula	C19H34O4
Molecular Weight	326.47 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Tridecyl-4-methyl-5-oxotetrahydro-3-furancarboxylic acid; (2S,3R,4S)-2-Tridecyl-4-methyl-5-oxotetrahydrofuran-3-carboxylic acid; 4-Methyl-5-oxo-2-tridecyl-3-furancarboxylic acid, tetrahydro-; 3-Furancarboxylic acid, tetrahydro-4-methyl-5-oxo-2-tridecyl-; 493-45-8; (2S,3β,4β)-Tetrahydro-4-methyl-5-oxo-2-tridecyl-3-furancarboxylic acid
EINECS	207-785-8

Quality Control

Our (2S)-Tetrahydro-4β-Methyl-5-Oxo-2-Tridecyl-3β-Furancarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity, identity, and impurity profile is supplied with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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