Description

(3R)-3-Ethylpyrrolidine is a chiral, non-natural pyrrolidine derivative that serves as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key chiral intermediate and ligand precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where stereochemical control is critical. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in neurologic and cardiovascular drug candidates.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Used as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts in enantioselective synthesis.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel, stereochemically-defined pesticides and herbicides.
• Chemical Biology: Serves as a scaffold for designing molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors.
• Material Science: A monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3R)-3-Ethylpyrrolidine
CAS No.	74650-58-1
Molecular Formula	C6H13N
Molecular Weight	99.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-3-Ethylpyrrolidine; (3R)-3-Ethyl-1-azacyclopentane; (R)-3-Ethylazacyclopentane; 3-Ethylpyrrolidine, (3R)-; Pyrrolidine, 3-ethyl-, (3R)-; (+)-(3R)-3-Ethylpyrrolidine; (R)-(-)-3-Ethylpyrrolidine; UNII-9J2F9Q6F1P
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Quality Control

Our (3R)-3-Ethylpyrrolidine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

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