Description

1,2-o-Isopropylidene-3-o-Benzyl-Rac-Glycerol is a key chiral building block and protected glycerol derivative of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for the stereoselective synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical production. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for API development and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial starting material for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with glycerol or sugar-like backbones.
• Chiral Auxiliary/Synthon: Used in asymmetric synthesis to introduce chirality and construct complex molecular architectures with defined stereochemistry.
• Nucleoside & Carbohydrate Chemistry: Serves as a protected precursor in the synthesis of modified nucleosides, nucleotides, and complex carbohydrates.
• Lipid & Glycerophospholipid Analog Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of synthetic lipids, phospholipids, and their analogs for biochemical research and drug delivery systems.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for various specialty chemicals, including surfactants, ligands for catalysis, and advanced polymers.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereoisomers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-o-Isopropylidene-3-o-Benzyl-Rac-Glycerol
CAS No.	76189-94-1
Molecular Formula	C13H18O3
Molecular Weight	222.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-O-Benzyl-1,2-O-isopropylidene-rac-glycerol; (±)-1,2-O-Isopropylidene-3-O-benzylglycerol; rac-1,2-O-Isopropylidene-3-O-benzylglycerol; 3-Benzyloxy-1,2-O-isopropylidene glycerol; 1,2-O-(1-Methylethylidene)-3-O-(phenylmethyl)-rac-glycerol; Glycerol, 1,2-O-(1-methylethylidene)-3-O-(phenylmethyl)-, rac-; Benzyl Glyceryl Acetal
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-o-Isopropylidene-3-o-Benzyl-Rac-Glycerol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Racemic mixture
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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