Description

Oxiraneethanol, (2R)- is a high-purity, chiral glycidol derivative of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce stereochemical complexity into their target molecules.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A key precursor for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific (R)-configuration, such as β-blockers and other cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal and Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a chiral dopant or building block for advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce chiral epoxide functionalities into polymer backbones for specialty resins and coatings with tailored properties.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Ligand Synthesis: A valuable starting material for the preparation of chiral ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Bioconjugation and Probe Development: Useful in biochemical research for modifying proteins, peptides, or other biomolecules via its reactive epoxide and hydroxyl groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxiraneethanol, (2R)-
CAS No.	76282-48-9
Molecular Formula	C3H6O2
Molecular Weight	74.08 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-Glycidol; (R)-(+)-Glycidol; (R)-2,3-Epoxy-1-propanol; (2R)-Oxiran-2-ylmethanol; (R)-Oxiranemethanol; (+)-Glycidol; (R)-Epoxypropanol
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Quality Control

Our Oxiraneethanol, (2R)- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity determination by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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