Description

(2S,3S)-3-(Ethoxycarbonyl)Oxirane-2-Carboxylic Acid CAS NO 84518-79-6 is a high-purity, chiral epoxide derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its stereochemically defined structure, which is essential for imparting specific biological activity and physical properties to final compounds. This intermediate is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of protease inhibitors, antiviral agents, and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and complex molecule construction.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific stereochemical features.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S,3S)-3-(Ethoxycarbonyl)Oxirane-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	84518-79-6
Molecular Formula	C7H8O5
Molecular Weight	172.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(2S,3S)-3-(Carbethoxy)oxirane-2-carboxylic acid; (2S,3S)-3-Ethoxycarbonylglycidic Acid; (2S,3S)-Ethyl 2,3-Epoxysuccinate; (2S,3S)-Ethyl Oxiranedicarboxylate; L-(+)-Ethyl 2,3-Epoxysuccinate; (2S,3S)-Epoxysuccinic Acid Ethyl Ester; (2S,3S)-3-Ethoxycarbonyl-2-oxiranecarboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our (2S,3S)-3-(Ethoxycarbonyl)Oxirane-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to the compound's sensitivity to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% 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.