Description

(S)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid is a high-purity chiral carboxylic acid, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry is critical for producing compounds with specific biological activity and sensory properties. This material is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and flavor industries, where enantiomeric purity directly impacts product efficacy and quality.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of stereospecific drugs.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Used as a precursor for creating high-value, optically active aroma chemicals and flavoring agents with specific olfactory profiles.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Serves as a chiral ligand or auxiliary in catalytic processes to induce enantioselectivity in chemical reactions.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the study of enzyme-substrate interactions and metabolic pathways due to its defined stereochemistry.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: A building block for chiral liquid crystals, polymers, and other functional materials requiring specific spatial orientation.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid
CAS No.	55509-77-8
Molecular Formula	C10H20O2
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (S)-3,7-Dimethylcaprylic Acid; (S)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (S)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (S)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (S)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (S)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid; (S)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our (S)-3,7-Dimethyloctanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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