Description

2,3-Oxiranedicarboxylicacid,Dimethylester,(2R,3S)-(9Ci) is a high-purity, stereochemically defined chiral building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive oxirane (epoxide) ring and ester functionalities, which allow for precise, stereoselective construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), chiral ligands, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a building block in stereoselective reactions to introduce specific chiral centers into target molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and catalysis research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Oxiranedicarboxylicacid,Dimethylester,(2R,3S)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	718617-86-8
Molecular Formula	C7H10O5
Molecular Weight	174.15 g/mol
Synonyms	(2R,3S)-Dimethyl 2,3-Epoxysuccinate; (2R,3S)-Dimethyl Oxirane-2,3-dicarboxylate; (2R,3S)-2,3-Epoxybutanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester; (2R,3S)-2,3-Epoxysuccinic Acid Dimethyl Ester; (2R,3S)-Dimethyl 2,3-Epoxybutanedioate; (2R,3S)-Dimethyl 2,3-Oxiranedicarboxylate; (2R,3S)-Methyl 2,3-Epoxybutanedioate
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,3-Oxiranedicarboxylicacid,Dimethylester,(2R,3S)-(9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to confirm identity, strength, and quality. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.