Description

Di-m-Toluoyl-L-Tartaric Acid is a high-purity chiral resolving agent and a key intermediate in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to separate enantiomers of pharmaceutical compounds, ensuring the production of optically pure active ingredients. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require precise stereochemical control in their processes.

Application

• As a chiral resolving agent for the separation of racemic mixtures of amines, amino alcohols, and other basic pharmaceuticals.
• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• In the preparation of chiral catalysts and ligands used in asymmetric hydrogenation and other catalytic reactions.
• For research and development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry for creating novel chiral compounds.
• In the purification and analysis of enantiomers in quality control laboratories.
• As a building block for specialty chemicals and advanced materials with chiral properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di-m-Toluoyl-L-Tartaric Acid
CAS No.	65259-84-9
Molecular Formula	C20H18O8
Molecular Weight	386.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Di-(3-methylbenzoyl)-L-tartaric acid; (2R,3R)-2,3-Bis(3-methylbenzoyloxy)succinic acid; L-Di-m-toluoyltartaric acid; DMTTA; (R,R)-Di-m-toluoyl tartaric acid; (2R,3R)-2,3-Di(3-methylbenzoyloxy)butanedioic acid; (R,R)-O,O'-Di-m-toluoyl tartaric acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Di-m-Toluoyl-L-Tartaric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assay and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for chiral resolution and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific purity, optical rotation, and chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and 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 Optical Rotation	[α]D20: 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.