Description

Butanedioic Acid, 2-(Benzoyloxy)-3-Hydroxy-, (2R,3R)- is a high-purity chiral intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry makes it a valuable building block for the production of complex, optically active molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a building block in stereoselective reactions to construct molecules with specific three-dimensional configurations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, catalysts, and ligands for research and industrial applications.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used in method development and exploratory chemistry for novel compound libraries and process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanedioic Acid, 2-(Benzoyloxy)-3-Hydroxy-, (2R,3R)-
CAS No.	87172-82-5
Molecular Formula	C11H10O6
Molecular Weight	238.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(2R,3R)-2-Benzoyloxy-3-hydroxysuccinic Acid; (2R,3R)-3-Hydroxy-2-(benzoyloxy)butanedioic Acid; L-Threo-2-Benzoyloxy-3-hydroxysuccinic Acid; (2R,3R)-2-(Benzoyloxy)-3-hydroxybutanedioic Acid; 2-Benzoyloxy-3-hydroxysuccinic Acid (2R,3R)-form; (2R,3R)-O-Benzoyl-L-threaric Acid; (2R,3R)-2-(Benzoyloxy)-3-hydroxysuccinic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Butanedioic Acid, 2-(Benzoyloxy)-3-Hydroxy-, (2R,3R)- is produced 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 R&D and synthesis. 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric 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
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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