Description

(R)-(+)-2-Chlorobutanoic Acid is a high-purity chiral building block essential for asymmetric synthesis. This compound matters because its specific stereochemistry enables the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• As a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• In agrochemical research for the development of novel herbicides and pesticides with specific stereochemical activity.
• As a versatile building block for synthesizing complex natural products and fine chemicals in academic and industrial R&D.
• For the preparation of chiral ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric catalysis.
• In the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials where chirality influences material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-(+)-2-Chlorobutanoic Acid
CAS No.	54053-45-1
Molecular Formula	C4H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	122.55 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Chlorobutanoic Acid; (+)-(R)-2-Chlorobutanoic Acid; D-2-Chlorobutanoic Acid; (R)-(+)-2-Chlorobutyric Acid; (2R)-2-Chlorobutanoic Acid; (R)-2-Chlorobutyric Acid; (R)-α-Chlorobutyric Acid; (R)-2-Chloro-butanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our (R)-(+)-2-Chlorobutanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess 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). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Specific Rotation [α]D20	+15.0° to +18.0° (c=1 in CHCl3)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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