Description

2-Heptanone, 4,6-Dimethyl-, (4R)- (9Ci) is a chiral, branched-chain ketone of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. Its defined stereochemistry and specific molecular structure make it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with targeted properties. This compound is essential for researchers and industrial chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors who require high-purity, stereochemically defined intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific stereocenters.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the stereochemistry can influence biological activity.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for musk-like or fruity aroma chemicals, contributing to complex scent profiles in perfumery.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for asymmetric synthesis, including aldol reactions and nucleophilic additions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful in the preparation of chiral ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions, enhancing enantioselectivity.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifying agent for specialty polymers with unique optical or physical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Heptanone, 4,6-Dimethyl-, (4R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	531553-12-5
Molecular Formula	C9H18O
Molecular Weight	142.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(4R)-4,6-Dimethylheptan-2-one; (R)-4,6-Dimethyl-2-heptanone; (R)-4,6-Dimethylheptan-2-one; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-heptanone, (4R)-; (R)-(-)-4,6-Dimethyl-2-heptanone; (4R)-4,6-Dimethyl-2-heptanone; 2-Heptanone, 4,6-dimethyl-, (R)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of (4R)-4,6-Dimethyl-2-heptanone adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including chiral HPLC and GC, to verify enantiomeric excess and chemical identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.415 - 1.425
Specific Rotation ([α]20D)	Contact for details

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