Description

(R)-Undecan-2-Ol is a high-purity chiral secondary alcohol, specifically the (R)-enantiomer of undecan-2-ol. This compound is a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its defined stereochemistry which is critical for producing optically active target molecules. It is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries, where precise molecular configuration dictates biological activity and sensory properties.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the (R)-configuration is required for therapeutic efficacy.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a key precursor for developing chiral pesticides and herbicides with enhanced selectivity and environmental profiles.
• Advanced Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of liquid crystals and other functional organic materials that require specific stereochemical orientation.
• Specialty Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a chiral synthon for creating enantiomerically pure aroma chemicals with distinct olfactory characteristics.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Utilized in the preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and process development for scale-up.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-Undecan-2-Ol
CAS No.	85617-06-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₄O
Molecular Weight	172.31 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Undecanol; (R)-(-)-2-Undecanol; (2R)-Undecan-2-ol; D-(-)-2-Undecanol; (R)-2-Hydroxyundecane; (R)-sec-Undecyl alcohol; (R)-1-Methyldecyl alcohol; (+)-(R)-2-Undecanol
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Quality Control

Our (R)-Undecan-2-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, purity, and optical rotation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (R)
Specific Optical Rotation [α]₂₀D	-10.0° to -12.0° (c=1 in CHCl₃)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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