Description

(5S)-5-Hydroxy-1-(4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenyl)-3-Heptanone is a high-purity chiral compound with significant potential in advanced organic synthesis. This molecule matters as a valuable building block for pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing, offering a specific stereochemical configuration critical for bioactivity. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and flavor & fragrance industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly where specific stereochemistry is required for efficacy.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a specialized building block for constructing complex natural product analogs and other high-value organic molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating enzyme-substrate interactions or as a standard for analytical method development due to its defined structure.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential application as an intermediate in the synthesis of novel, biologically active compounds for crop protection.
• Flavor & Fragrance Precursor: May be utilized in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals, leveraging its phenylpropanoid-derived structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5S)-5-Hydroxy-1-(4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenyl)-3-Heptanone
CAS No.	41743-67-3
Molecular Formula	C14H20O4
Molecular Weight	252.31 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-3-heptanone, (S)-5-Hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)heptan-3-one, Gingerol related compound, [5S]-5-Hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-3-heptanone, Dihydrogingerone, Zingerone homologue
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Quality Control

Our (5S)-5-Hydroxy-1-(4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenyl)-3-Heptanone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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