Description

[R,(-)]-2-Tridecanol is a high-purity, single-enantiomer chiral alcohol, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This optically active compound is essential for creating molecules with specific three-dimensional configurations, which is critical for achieving desired biological activity or material properties. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in asymmetric synthesis, chiral catalyst development, and fragrance chemistry.

Application

• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a chiral auxiliary or starting material for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Chiral Catalyst/ Ligand Development: Used in the preparation of novel ligands for transition metal catalysts used in enantioselective reactions.
• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediates: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of specific, high-value odorants and flavor compounds.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of chiral liquid crystals or polymers with specialized optical properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in analytical laboratories for method development and calibration.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and reaction pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	[R,(-)]-2-Tridecanol
CAS No.	59812-98-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₈O
Molecular Weight	200.36 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-2-Tridecanol; (R)-(-)-2-Tridecanol; (R)-2-Tridecanol; (2R)-Tridecan-2-ol; D-(-)-2-Tridecanol; R-(-)-Tridecan-2-ol; (R)-Tridecan-2-ol; 2-Tridecanol, (R)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [R,(-)]-2-Tridecanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure high enantiomeric purity and chemical identity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with data from advanced analytical techniques, including chiral chromatography. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

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 oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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