Description

(5S)-5,6-Dihydro-5,6-Dihydroxy-6-Methylheptan-2-One Acetonide is a high-purity, chiral chemical intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its protected diol functionality and stereochemical integrity, which are crucial for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a valuable substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new catalytic systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical research for method development and exploring novel synthetic pathways.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of advanced, chiral crop protection agents.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(5S)-5,6-Dihydro-5,6-Dihydroxy-6-Methylheptan-2-One Acetonide
CAS No.	61262-94-0
Molecular Formula	C11H20O4
Molecular Weight	216.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(5S)-5,6-Dihydro-5,6-dihydroxy-6-methylheptan-2-one acetone ketal; (5S)-5,6-Dihydro-5,6-dihydroxy-6-methylheptan-2-one cyclic acetonide; 6-Methyl-5,6-O-isopropylidene-5,6-dihydroxyheptan-2-one (5S)-; (5S)-6-Methyl-5,6-O-isopropylidene-5,6-dihydroxyheptan-2-one; A protected form of (5S)-5,6-Dihydro-5,6-dihydroxy-6-methylheptan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our (5S)-5,6-Dihydro-5,6-Dihydroxy-6-Methylheptan-2-One Acetonide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.