Description

(S)-2-Methyl-Morpholine CAS NO 74572-13-7 is a chiral morpholine derivative, a versatile building block and intermediate of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to impart stereochemical control in the production of high-value, optically active compounds. This product is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• As a key chiral ligand or auxiliary in asymmetric catalysis for pharmaceutical synthesis.
• As a building block for the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drug candidates.
• Utilized in the synthesis of agrochemicals, such as herbicides and fungicides, where specific stereochemistry is required for optimal activity.
• Employed as an intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals and fine chemicals.
• Used in academic and industrial research for method development in organic and medicinal chemistry.
• Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of other chiral amines and heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-Methyl-Morpholine
CAS No.	74572-13-7
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO
Molecular Weight	101.15 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Methylmorpholine; (S)-2-Methyltetrahydro-1,4-oxazine; (S)-2-Methyl-1,4-oxazinane; (2S)-2-Methylmorpholine; L-2-Methylmorpholine; (S)-(-)-2-Methylmorpholine; Morpholine, 2-methyl-, (2S)-; Tetrahydro-2-methyl-1,4-oxazine, (S)-
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Quality Control

Our (S)-2-Methyl-Morpholine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity and chemical purity assays, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0% 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.