Description

(-)-1-(3-Furanyl)-6-Hydroxy-4,8-Dimethyl-1-Nonanone is a chiral, non-racemic organic compound featuring a furan ring and a ketone functional group, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound is significant for its potential as a key building block in the synthesis of complex natural products, pharmaceuticals, and chiral ligands for catalysis. It is primarily needed by research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for advanced organic synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its complex molecular architecture.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for creating complex fragrance molecules, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Employed in the research and preparation of novel chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in research institutions and corporate R&D centers for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Material Science Precursor: Investigated as a monomer or starting material for synthesizing advanced polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-1-(3-Furanyl)-6-Hydroxy-4,8-Dimethyl-1-Nonanone
CAS No.	72145-16-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₄O₃
Molecular Weight	252.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-1-(3-Furyl)-6-hydroxy-4,8-dimethylnonan-1-one; (3S,6S)-6-Hydroxy-4,8-dimethyl-1-(3-furanyl)-1-nonanone; 1-(3-Furanyl)-6-hydroxy-4,8-dimethyl-1-nonanone, (-)-; 72145-16-5; 1-(Furan-3-yl)-6-hydroxy-4,8-dimethylnonan-1-one; (S,S)-6-Hydroxy-4,8-dimethyl-1-(3-furyl)nonan-1-one
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Quality Control

Our (-)-1-(3-Furanyl)-6-Hydroxy-4,8-Dimethyl-1-Nonanone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure compliance with research-grade specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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