Description

(S)-β-Methylphenethyl Acetate is a chiral ester compound of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. This product matters for its role as a key chiral building block and flavor/fragrance intermediate, offering high enantiomeric purity critical for advanced applications. It is needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, flavor & fragrance, and agrochemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality chiral synthons.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Used in the creation of sophisticated, high-value aroma chemicals and flavoring agents where the (S)-enantiomer imparts specific sensory characteristics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral intermediate in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides where biological activity is enantiomer-dependent.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a chiral auxiliary or building block in research and development for constructing complex molecules with defined stereocenters.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for specialty chemical applications demanding high enantiomeric excess.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-β-Methylphenethyl Acetate
CAS No.	50373-50-7
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-1-Phenylethyl Acetate; (S)-α-Methylbenzyl Acetate; (S)-(-)-1-Phenylethyl Acetate; (S)-(-)-α-Methylbenzyl Acetate; (S)-1-Phenylethan-1-yl Acetate; (S)-1-Phenylethanol Acetate; (S)-Styralyl Acetate; Acetic Acid (1S)-1-Phenylethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-β-Methylphenethyl Acetate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (S)
Specific Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Refractive Index (n20D)	Contact for details
Density	Contact for details

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