Description

3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-2-Phenyl-Hexanoic Acid is a versatile chiral organic acid derivative with a defined stereogenic center, making it a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure, featuring both hydroxyl and carboxylic acid functional groups on a phenyl-substituted carbon chain, provides unique reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications such as chiral intermediate synthesis and medicinal chemistry research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in stereoselective synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex organic molecules, including flavors, fragrances, and specialty polymers.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Used as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development and study of new asymmetric catalytic reactions.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Employed in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and as a core scaffold for designing novel bioactive compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and chemical process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-2-Phenyl-Hexanoic Acid
CAS No.	5457-10-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₀O₃
Molecular Weight	236.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenyl-2-methyl-3-hydroxyhexanoic acid; 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-2-phenylcaproic acid; α-Methyl-α-phenyl-β-hydroxycaproic acid; 2-Methyl-2-phenyl-3-hydroxyhexanoic acid; (±)-3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-2-phenylhexanoic acid; DL-3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-2-phenylhexanoic acid; Hexanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2-methyl-2-phenyl-
EINECS	226-704-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-2-Phenyl-Hexanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each parameter are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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