Description

cis-(5-Methyltetrahydrofuran-2-Yl)Methanol(Wx641069) is a chiral, cyclic ether alcohol with the CAS number 41869-03-8. This compound serves as a valuable versatile chiral building block and intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the production of active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides, where specific stereochemistry is crucial for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, such as in hydrogenation or cross-coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring high enantiomeric purity.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional, chiral side chains into polymers for advanced material applications.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and process chemistry optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-(5-Methyltetrahydrofuran-2-Yl)Methanol(Wx641069)
CAS No.	41869-03-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-5-Methyl-2-tetrahydrofuranylmethanol; (2R,5S)-5-Methyltetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol; (cis)-5-Methyltetrahydro-2-furanmethanol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyltetrahydrofuran (cis); Tetrahydro-5-methyl-2-furanmethanol; WX-641069; (2R,5S)-rel-5-Methyltetrahydro-2-furanmethanol; LFA-1 inhibitor intermediate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our cis-(5-Methyltetrahydrofuran-2-Yl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including chiral purity assay and impurity profiling to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data (HPLC/GC) are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider the use of desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Enantiomeric Excess)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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