Description

2-(6'-Methylheptanol-1'-Yl)-3-Hydroxymethyl-4-Butanolide is a specialized butanolide derivative, a class of compounds valued for their utility as chiral building blocks and intermediates in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its potential to impart specific stereochemistry and functional groups into target molecules, enabling the production of high-value, complex chemical entities. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or sophisticated fragrance components.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring specific lactone or hydroxylated side-chain motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its structural features can contribute to biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for creating specialty chemicals, including advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and performance materials.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of macrocyclic musks or other complex aroma chemicals due to its methylheptanol-derived side chain.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Utilized as a standard or starting material in methodological studies involving lactone chemistry, asymmetric synthesis, and natural product analog development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(6'-Methylheptanol-1'-Yl)-3-Hydroxymethyl-4-Butanolide
CAS No.	84666-71-7
Molecular Formula	C13H24O4
Molecular Weight	244.33 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-[(6-methyl-1-heptyl)oxy]-4-butanolide; 2-(6-Methylheptyloxy)-3-(hydroxymethyl)butyrolactone; 2-[(6-Methylheptyl)oxy]-3-(hydroxymethyl)-γ-butyrolactone; 3-Hydroxymethyl-2-(6-methylheptyloxy)-γ-butyrolactone; 2-(6-Methylheptoxy)-3-hydroxymethyl-γ-butyrolactone; (6'-Methylheptyl) 3-hydroxymethylbutyrolactone-2-yl ether; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our 2-(6'-Methylheptanol-1'-Yl)-3-Hydroxymethyl-4-Butanolide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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