Description

Octyl (S)-2-Methylvalerate is a chiral ester compound with the CAS registry number 51183-44-9. This specialty chemical is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and chiral building block in advanced synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing enantiomerically pure products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where biological activity is stereospecific.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or modifier in the creation of specific, high-value aroma compounds.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Employed as a component or intermediate in the synthesis of chiral dopants for liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile esterification agent or protecting group in complex multi-step synthetic routes.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce chiral centers or specific ester functionalities into polymer chains for specialized material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octyl (S)-2-Methylvalerate
CAS No.	51183-44-9
Molecular Formula	C14H28O2
Molecular Weight	228.37 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Methylpentanoic Acid Octyl Ester; (S)-Octyl 2-Methylvalerate; (S)-2-Methylvaleric Acid Octyl Ester; (S)-Octyl 2-Methylpentanoate; L-Octyl 2-Methylvalerate; (S)-(-)-Octyl 2-Methylvalerate; Octyl (S)-(-)-2-Methylpentanoate; Caproic acid, 2-methyl-, octyl ester, (S)-
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Quality Control

Our Octyl (S)-2-Methylvalerate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 oxidizing agents. 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (S-enantiomer)
Specific Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Refractive Index (n20D)	Contact for details
Density (g/mL)	Contact for details

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