Description

Erythro-5,6-Dodecanediol is a high-purity, stereochemically defined diol compound with the CAS registry number 70859-32-4. This chiral building block is valued for its role in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating enantiomerically pure intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex natural products.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of chiral pesticides and herbicides.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand precursor or a chiral auxiliary in catalytic systems.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of stereospecific aroma chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic synthesis and stereochemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Erythro-5,6-Dodecanediol
CAS No.	70859-32-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₆O₂
Molecular Weight	202.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Erythro-5,6-Dihydroxydodecane; (5R,6R)-Dodecane-5,6-diol; (5S,6S)-Dodecane-5,6-diol; meso-5,6-Dodecanediol (Note: The erythro isomer is diastereomeric); 5,6-Dihydroxydodecane (unspecified stereochemistry); Dodecane-5,6-diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Erythro-5,6-Dodecanediol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure identity, strength, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (Erythro isomer)
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.