Description

6(R),7-Isopropylidene-Heptanol is a chiral, branched-chain fatty alcohol derivative characterized by its isopropylidene protecting group. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate, offering a protected diol functionality that is crucial for the stereoselective synthesis of complex molecules. It is needed by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for applications requiring high enantiomeric purity and controlled reactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in prostaglandin and leukotriene analog development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and plant growth regulators where specific stereochemistry is essential for bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and liquid crystals that require defined stereocenters.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in asymmetric synthesis and methodology development for constructing complex natural products.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or chain-transfer agent for creating polymers with tailored physical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6(R),7-Isopropylidene-Heptanol
CAS No.	78303-54-5
Molecular Formula	C10H20O2
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	(6R)-6-[(1-Methylethylidene)oxy]-1-heptanol; (R)-6,7-O-Isopropylideneheptan-1-ol; 6(R),7-O-Isopropylideneheptanol; Heptanol, 6,7-O-(1-methylethylidene)-, (6R)-; (6R)-6,7-O-Isopropylidene-1-heptanol; (R)-6,7-Isopropylidene Heptanol
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Quality Control

Our 6(R),7-Isopropylidene-Heptanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC for enantiomeric excess (ee) determination, to ensure compliance with customer specifications and high-purity standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

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