Description

sec-Octyl 5-Oxo-L-Prolinate is a high-purity, specialized ester derivative of L-proline. This compound serves as a critical chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering significant value in the production of enantiomerically pure substances. It is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where precise stereochemistry and high-quality intermediates are paramount for product efficacy and regulatory compliance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in protease inhibitor and other drug classes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Valuable scaffold in medicinal chemistry for designing and developing novel peptide-like therapeutic agents.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand or auxiliary in catalytic processes to induce chirality in synthetic reactions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in chemical research for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	sec-Octyl 5-Oxo-L-Prolinate
CAS No.	54471-44-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₃NO₃
Molecular Weight	241.33 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Proline, 5-oxo-, sec-octyl ester; 5-Oxo-L-proline sec-octyl ester; (S)-5-Oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid sec-octyl ester; sec-Octyl L-pyroglutamate; 2-Pyrrolidone-5-carboxylic acid, sec-octyl ester, L-; sec-Octyl (S)-5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our sec-Octyl 5-Oxo-L-Prolinate 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 pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 strong acids and organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider holding under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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