Description

(+)-Piperitol CAS NO 54983-96-9 is a high-purity, chiral monoterpenoid alcohol, specifically the (+)-enantiomer of piperitol. This compound is valued for its distinct stereochemistry and functional groups, making it a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications requiring precise stereochemical control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry influences biological activity.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for creating specific minty or herbal notes in high-value aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in asymmetric synthesis, including cyclization and coupling reactions, to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in chromatography (GC, HPLC) for quality control and method development.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in catalysis and green chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+)-Piperitol
CAS No.	54983-96-9
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-p-Menth-1-en-3-ol; (1R,4R)-4-Isopropyl-1-methylcyclohex-2-en-1-ol; (+)-trans-p-Menth-1-en-3-ol; (1R,4R)-p-Menth-1-en-3-ol; Piperitol; 1-p-Menthen-3-ol; trans-piperitol
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Quality Control

Our (+)-Piperitol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.478 - 1.482
Specific Rotation ([α]20D)	+20° to +24° (c=1 in CHCl3)

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