Description

(-)-Methyl (R)-3-Hydroxypentanoate is a high-purity chiral building block and intermediate of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry, which is critical for producing enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure drugs, particularly in statin and β-lactam antibiotic research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry affects biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for fragrances, flavors, and advanced material precursors.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in academic and industrial research to develop new catalytic methodologies.
• Biocatalysis Substrate: Used in enzymatic resolution studies and biotransformation processes to produce high-value chiral compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Methyl (R)-3-Hydroxypentanoate
CAS No.	60793-22-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O3
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-Methyl 3-Hydroxypentanoate; Methyl (R)-3-Hydroxyvalerate; (R)-3-Hydroxypentanoic Acid Methyl Ester; (R)-Methyl 3-Hydroxypentanoate; (R)-Methyl 3-hydroxyvalerate; (3R)-3-Hydroxypentanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl (3R)-3-hydroxypentanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (-)-Methyl (R)-3-Hydroxypentanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure compliance with exacting standards for research and production use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Specific Rotation [α]	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.