Description

Benzenepropanoic Acid, Ba-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester, (Bas)- (9Ci) is a specialized chiral intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of optically active pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, where stereochemical purity is critical. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in stereoselective synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced, enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for creating complex fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in methodological development for asymmetric synthesis and catalysis studies.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of chiral dopants and organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenepropanoic Acid, Ba-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester, (Bas)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	820976-83-8
Molecular Formula	C12H16O3
Molecular Weight	208.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(3S)-3-Hydroxy-3-phenylbutanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (3S)-3-hydroxy-3-phenylbutyrate; (S)-Ethyl 3-hydroxy-3-phenylbutanoate; (S)-3-Hydroxy-3-phenylbutyric acid ethyl ester; Benzenepropanoic acid, β-hydroxy-β-methyl-, ethyl ester, (βS)-; (S)-(-)-Ethyl 3-hydroxy-3-phenylbutyrate; BA-Hydroxy-2-Methyl- Benzenepropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; (S)-EHPB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzenepropanoic Acid, Ba-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester, (Bas)- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assay and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (by HPLC), enantiomeric excess, and related substances is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
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.