Description

2(5H)-Furanone,5-Ethyl-4-Hydroxy-5-Methyl-3-(1-Methylethoxy)-,(5S)-(9Ci) is a high-purity, chiral furanone derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and sophisticated building block for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), flavor & fragrance compounds, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for creating complex, naturally-derived flavor molecules and aroma chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis research.
• Fine Chemical Production: A building block for manufacturing specialized chemicals used in electronics, materials science, and other high-tech applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2(5H)-Furanone,5-Ethyl-4-Hydroxy-5-Methyl-3-(1-Methylethoxy)-,(5S)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	499140-47-5
Molecular Formula	C11H18O4
Molecular Weight	214.26 g/mol
Synonyms	(5S)-5-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-5-methyl-3-(propan-2-yloxy)furan-2(5H)-one; 5-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-5-methyl-3-(1-methylethoxy)-2(5H)-furanone, (5S)-; 3-Isopropoxy-5-ethyl-4-hydroxy-5-methyl-2(5H)-furanone, (5S)-; (S)-5-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-5-methyl-3-(isopropoxy)furan-2(5H)-one; 499140-47-5; (5S)-3-Isopropoxy-5-ethyl-4-hydroxy-5-methyl-2(5H)-furanone; Chiral Isopropoxy Furanone Derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of this chiral furanone adheres to strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, chiral analysis, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). 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	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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