Description

(2S)-2-Methyloxolane-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity chiral building block and intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its stereochemically defined structure, which is crucial for imparting specific biological activity or material properties in final products. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in projects requiring stereochemical control.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the specific stereochemistry can influence efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural products, flavors, and fragrances.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier for creating polymers with specific chiral or functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-2-Methyloxolane-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	61490-07-1
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Methyltetrahydrofuran-2-carboxylic Acid; (2S)-2-Methyltetrahydro-2-furancarboxylic Acid; L-2-Methyloxolane-2-carboxylic Acid; (S)-2-Methyl-2-tetrahydrofurancarboxylic Acid; (2S)-2-Methyloxolan-2-carboxylic Acid; (S)-2-Methyl-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-carboxylic Acid (tautomer); (S)-α-Methyltetrahydro-2-furoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2S)-2-Methyloxolane-2-Carboxylic Acid is produced 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 research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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