Description

3-Oxabicyclo[3.2.0]Heptane-2-Carboxaldehyde, 2,5-Dimethyl-, (1S,5R)- (9Ci) is a high-purity, chiral bicyclic ether aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique, rigid molecular framework and defined stereochemistry make it a valuable precursor for constructing complex, three-dimensional molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists 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 those requiring complex, bridged ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its specific stereochemistry can influence biological activity.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized chiral ligands used in asymmetric hydrogenation and other catalytic transformations.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Potential building block for the synthesis of novel odorants and flavor compounds with unique olfactory properties.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linker for the development of specialty polymers with tailored physical properties.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cycloaddition reactions and stereoselective transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxabicyclo[3.2.0]Heptane-2-Carboxaldehyde, 2,5-Dimethyl-, (1S,5R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	727429-11-0
Molecular Formula	C9H14O2
Molecular Weight	154.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,5R)-2,5-Dimethyl-3-oxabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxaldehyde; (1S,5R)-2,5-Dimethyl-3-oxabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carbaldehyde; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-oxabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxaldehyde, (1S,5R)-; Bicyclic Oxa-Aldehyde; Chiral Bicyclic Ether Aldehyde
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Oxabicyclo[3.2.0]Heptane-2-Carboxaldehyde, 2,5-Dimethyl-, (1S,5R)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including chiral HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; allow the sealed container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress and oxidative degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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