Description

3(2H)-Furanone,5-(4-Ethylphenyl)Dihydro-2-(1-Methylethylidene)-,(5R)-(9Ci) is a high-purity, chiral furanone derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a sophisticated chiral building block, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemical control. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the specific stereoisomer can influence biological activity and environmental profile.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new catalytic systems for stereoselective transformations.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential use as an intermediate for creating novel, high-value aroma chemicals due to the furanone core structure.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers with unique optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable tool for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry within university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3(2H)-Furanone,5-(4-Ethylphenyl)Dihydro-2-(1-Methylethylidene)-,(5R)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	724477-84-3
Molecular Formula	C15H18O2
Molecular Weight	230.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(5R)-5-(4-Ethylphenyl)dihydro-2-(1-methylethylidene)-3(2H)-furanone; (5R)-2-Isopropylidene-5-(4-ethylphenyl)dihydrofuran-3(2H)-one; 5-(4-Ethylphenyl)-2-isopropylidenedihydro-3(2H)-furanone, (5R)-; 724477-84-3; (R)-5-(4-Ethylphenyl)-2-(propan-2-ylidene)dihydrofuran-3(2H)-one
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Quality Control

Our 3(2H)-Furanone,5-(4-Ethylphenyl)Dihydro-2-(1-Methylethylidene)-,(5R)-(9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC for enantiomeric purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and chiral excess is provided with every 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.