Description

(6R,8R)-6,8-Tridecanediol is a high-purity, chiral diol compound characterized by its specific stereochemistry at the 6 and 8 positions. This compound is valued as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the production of complex molecules with defined stereocenters. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in asymmetric synthesis, ligand development, and material science.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Research & Development: Used in the synthesis of novel chiral pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Asymmetric Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in enantioselective reactions.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the development of chiral polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial Organic Chemistry Research: A valuable tool for methodological studies in stereoselective synthesis and natural product total synthesis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use in the synthesis of chiral odorants and flavoring agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6R,8R)-6,8-Tridecanediol
CAS No.	78090-16-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₈O₂
Molecular Weight	216.36 g/mol
Synonyms	(6R,8R)-Tridecane-6,8-diol; 6,8-Tridecanediol, (6R,8R)-; (6R,8R)-6,8-Dihydroxytridecane; (6R,8R)-1,3-Tridecanediol; (6R,8R)-6,8-Tridecanediol; (6R,8R)-6,8-Tridecylene Glycol; (6R,8R)-6,8-Dihydroxy-n-tridecane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (6R,8R)-6,8-Tridecanediol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity, purity, and stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.