Description

(S)-(-)-n-Benzoyl-α-Methylbenzylamine CAS NO 4108-58-1 is a high-purity chiral amine derivative, serving as a critical building block and resolving agent in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to induce chirality and separate enantiomers, which is fundamental for producing optically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high stereochemical control.

Application

• As a chiral resolving agent for the separation of racemic mixtures of carboxylic acids and other acidic compounds.
• As a key chiral auxiliary or ligand in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis for pharmaceutical intermediates.
• In the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific enantiomeric purity.
• For the synthesis of advanced materials and liquid crystals where molecular chirality dictates functional properties.
• As a standard or reference compound in analytical chemistry for method development and quality control.
• In agrochemical research for creating enantiomerically pure herbicides or pesticides.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(-)-n-Benzoyl-α-Methylbenzylamine
CAS No.	4108-58-1
Molecular Formula	C16H17NO
Molecular Weight	239.31 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-(-)-N-Benzoyl-α-methylbenzylamine; (S)-N-Benzoyl-1-phenylethylamine; (S)-(-)-1-Phenylethylbenzamide; (S)-α-Methylbenzylbenzamide; (S)-N-(1-Phenylethyl)benzamide; (S)-BMA; (S)-PEBA; L-N-Benzoyl-α-methylbenzylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-(-)-n-Benzoyl-α-Methylbenzylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific rotation is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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
Specific Rotation [α]	Contact for details
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.