Description

2-Pentanone, 3-(Acetyloxy)-, (3R)- (9Ci) is a chiral, high-purity chemical intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry and functional group arrangement make it a valuable building block for creating complex, optically active molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is critical for developing new active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the multi-step synthesis of potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for neurological and metabolic disorder therapeutics.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used in the development and synthesis of novel ligands for asymmetric catalysis, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile starting material or intermediate in the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including novel bond-forming reactions and stereoselective transformations.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers with tailored optical or physical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentanone, 3-(Acetyloxy)-, (3R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	687638-87-5
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(3R)-3-Acetoxypentan-2-one; (R)-3-Acetoxy-2-pentanone; 3-Acetyloxy-2-pentanone, (3R)-; 2-Pentanone, 3-(acetyloxy)-, (3R)-; (R)-3-Acetoxypentan-2-one; 3-Acetoxy-2-pentanone, (R)-; Pentan-2-one, 3-(acetyloxy)-, (3R)-
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Quality Control

Every batch of (3R)-3-Acetoxypentan-2-one is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess meet the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including results for assay, chiral purity (HPLC), and impurity profile, is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% 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.