Description

(R)-(-)-Methyl Glycidyl Ether CAS NO 64491-70-9 is a high-purity chiral epoxide building block of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce a chiral glycidyl ether moiety, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure intermediates for advanced pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require a reliable source of a specific enantiomer for chiral resolution and the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• As a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure β-blockers and other cardiovascular drugs.
• In the production of chiral ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric hydrogenation and other stereoselective reactions.
• For the synthesis of advanced polymer precursors where the introduction of chirality modifies material properties.
• As a building block in agrochemical research for creating optically active herbicides and pesticides.
• In the development of chiral stationary phases for analytical chromatography.
• For the preparation of specialty fine chemicals and flavors & fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-(-)-Methyl Glycidyl Ether
CAS No.	64491-70-9
Molecular Formula	C4H8O2
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-Methyloxiranemethanol; (R)-Glycidyl Methyl Ether; (R)-(-)-1,2-Epoxy-3-methoxypropane; (2R)-(-)-Methyl Glycidyl Ether; (R)-MGE; (R)-Methoxyoxirane; (R)-1-Methoxy-2,3-epoxypropane; (R)-(-)-Epoxypropyl Methyl Ether
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Quality Control

Our (R)-(-)-Methyl Glycidyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This compound is moisture-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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