Description

2-Methylbutyric Acid [1A,2,4,4A,5,9-Hexahydro-3-Hydroxy-4,4A,6-Trimethyl-3H-Oxireno[8,8A]Naphtho[2,3-B]Furan-5-Yl] Ester is a high-purity, complex organic ester derived from a diterpene framework, offering a unique chemical structure for advanced synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of specialized fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D and advanced organic synthesis laboratories for developing novel therapeutic agents and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with diterpenoid or steroidal backbones.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Used in research to construct intricate polycyclic frameworks, leveraging its reactive ester and epoxide functionalities.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Serves as a precursor for developing new chemical entities (NCEs) with potential biological activity in anti-inflammatory or anticancer research.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of high-value specialty chemicals where its specific stereochemistry and functional groups are essential.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylbutyric Acid [1A,2,4,4A,5,9-Hexahydro-3-Hydroxy-4,4A,6-Trimethyl-3H-Oxireno[8,8A]Naphtho[2,3-B]Furan-5-Yl] Ester
CAS No.	41929-07-1
Molecular Formula	C24H34O5
Molecular Weight	402.53 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylbutanoic Acid (1aR,4R,4aR,5S,6S,8aR,9R,10aR)-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,8a,9,10a-Decahydro-5,6-dihydroxy-4,4a,8,8-tetramethyl-2-oxo-1H,7H-9,10a-epoxymethanophenanthren-1-yl Ester; 2-Methylbutyric Acid Gibberellin A4 Ester; Gibberellin A4 2-Methylbutyrate; GA4 2-Methylbutyrate; (1aR,4R,4aR,5S,6S,8aR,9R,10aR)-5,6-Dihydroxy-4,4a,8,8-tetramethyl-2-oxo-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,8a,9,10a-decahydro-1H,7H-9,10a-epoxymethanophenanthren-1-yl 2-Methylbutanoate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylbutyric Acid [1A,2,4,4A,5,9-Hexahydro-3-Hydroxy-4,4A,6-Trimethyl-3H-Oxireno[8,8A]Naphtho[2,3-B]Furan-5-Yl] Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical research. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.