Description

Octanoic Acid, 6-Methyl-, (6S)- is a high-purity, chiral fatty acid derivative characterized by its specific stereochemistry at the 6-position. This compound matters as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules where stereochemical control is critical. It is needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in asymmetric synthesis, fragrance development, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting metabolic and neurological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides, where the specific stereoisomer can influence biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for esters and other derivatives that contribute to complex, natural flavor and aroma profiles in premium products.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a ligand precursor or a model substrate in academic and industrial research to develop new catalytic methodologies.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce chiral centers or specific alkyl chains into polymers, enhancing material properties for advanced coatings and resins.
• Biochemical Research: Functions as a standard or probe in enzymatic studies related to fatty acid metabolism and chiral recognition processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanoic Acid, 6-Methyl-, (6S)-
CAS No.	928-30-3
Molecular Formula	C9H18O2
Molecular Weight	158.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-6-Methyloctanoic acid; (6S)-6-Methyloctanoic Acid; L-6-Methyloctanoic Acid; (S)-6-Methylcaprylic Acid; 6-Methyloctanoic acid, (S)-; (-)-6-Methyloctanoic acid; (S)-(-)-6-Methyloctanoic acid; 6-Methyloctanoic acid
EINECS	213-179-2

Quality Control

Our Octanoic Acid, 6-Methyl-, (6S)- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and specific impurity profiles are available upon request.

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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and chiral integrity. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC or HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Specific Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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