Description

(S)-Sn-1,2-Dioctanoyl-3-Benzylglycerol is a high-purity, enantiomerically pure synthetic glyceride derivative. This compound serves as a critical chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise stereochemistry for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for lipid-based drug formulations.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies, lipid metabolism research, and the investigation of phospholipase activity.
• Lipid Chemistry & Prodrug Development: Serves as a model compound for designing prodrugs and studying the structure-activity relationships of glycerolipids.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Valuable chiral synthon for constructing complex molecules with defined stereocenters in medicinal chemistry.
• Specialty Surfactants & Emulsifiers: Potential starting material for synthesizing novel, chiral non-ionic surfactants with specific interfacial properties.
• Reference Standard: High-purity grade is used as an analytical reference standard for quality control and method development in chromatographic analysis.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(S)-Sn-1,2-Dioctanoyl-3-Benzylglycerol
CAS No.	688021-88-7
Molecular Formula	C27H44O5
Molecular Weight	448.64 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-1,2-Di-O-octanoyl-3-O-benzyl-sn-glycerol; 1,2-Dioctanoyl-3-benzyl-sn-glycerol; 3-O-Benzyl-1,2-di-O-octanoyl-sn-glycerol; sn-1,2-Dioctanoyl-3-benzylglycerol; (S)-3-Benzyl-1,2-dioctanoylglycerol; Benzyl 1,2-dioctanoyl-sn-glycerol ether; BDG (C8:0); Contact for details on additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our (S)-Sn-1,2-Dioctanoyl-3-Benzylglycerol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is soluble in strong acids and organic solvents; ensure storage areas are well-ventilated and away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Enantiomeric Excess)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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