Description

(R)-3-Phenyl-Pent-4-Enoic Acid is a chiral, non-racemic organic acid featuring a phenyl group and an unsaturated pentenoic acid chain. This compound matters as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in asymmetric synthesis, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for applications requiring high stereochemical control.

Application

• Key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with specific stereochemistry.
• Building block for novel ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Precursor in the research and development of agrochemicals and specialty fine chemicals.
• Starting material for the synthesis of complex natural products and bioactive molecules.
• Use in method development and scale-up studies for process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-3-Phenyl-Pent-4-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	675855-26-2
Molecular Formula	C11H12O2
Molecular Weight	176.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-3-Phenyl-4-pentenoic Acid; (3R)-3-Phenyl-4-pentenoic Acid; (R)-3-Phenylpent-4-enoic Acid; (R)-3-Phenyl-4-pentenoic acid; (R)-3-Phenylpent-4-enoate; (R)-3-Phenyl-4-pentenoate; (R)-3-Phenylpent-4-enoic acid; (R)-3-Phenyl-4-pentenoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (R)-3-Phenyl-Pent-4-Enoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity (enantiomeric excess) determination by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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