Description

Dimethyl (2S,3S)-2,3-Diacetyloxybutanedioate is a high-purity chiral diester derivative of tartaric acid, serving as a critical building block in asymmetric synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry makes it an invaluable intermediate for the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality chiral synthons.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Used to construct sophisticated ligand frameworks for metal-catalyzed asymmetric reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Building block for specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymeric materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Resolution Agent Precursor: Can be utilized to derive chiral resolving agents for the separation of racemic mixtures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl (2S,3S)-2,3-Diacetyloxybutanedioate
CAS No.	6304-92-3
Molecular Formula	C10H14O8
Molecular Weight	262.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl L-(+)-2,3-Diacetyltartrate; (2S,3S)-Dimethyl 2,3-Diacetyloxybutanedioate; L-(+)-Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Dimethyl Ester; (2S,3S)-(-)-2,3-Diacetyloxybutanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester; DATDM; Dimethyl Diacetyl-L-tartrate; (2S,3S)-Dimethyl O2,O3-Diacetyltartrate
EINECS	228-588-8

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl (2S,3S)-2,3-Diacetyloxybutanedioate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting standards for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and specific rotation.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.