Description

(R)-3-Oxopentan-2-Yl Benzoate is a chiral organic ester compound with the CAS number 460997-47-1. This high-purity intermediate is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules where stereochemical integrity is paramount. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for use in asymmetric synthesis and as a building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the research and synthesis of novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a reagent or precursor in stereoselective chemical reactions to introduce specific chiral centers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a specialized intermediate in the manufacture of complex agrochemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in chemical research for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.
• Process Chemistry: Investigated for scale-up in pilot plants and commercial manufacturing processes for chiral compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-3-Oxopentan-2-Yl Benzoate
CAS No.	460997-47-1
Molecular Formula	C12H14O3
Molecular Weight	206.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Acetylbutyl benzoate; Benzoic acid, (3-oxopentan-2-yl) ester, (2R)-; (2R)-3-Oxopentan-2-yl benzoate; (R)-2-(1-Oxopropyl)butyl benzoate; (R)-3-Oxopentane-2-yl benzoate; 460997-47-1; (R)-enantiomer of 3-Oxopentan-2-yl benzoate
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Quality Control

Our (R)-3-Oxopentan-2-Yl Benzoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical and chiral purity, meeting the stringent requirements of research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (by HPLC/GC), chiral excess, and impurity profile is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.