Description

R-2,3-Dimethyl-4-(Phenylsulfonyl)-2-Butanol is a chiral, sulfonyl-containing secondary alcohol that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its structure makes it a versatile building block for the preparation of more complex molecules, particularly in asymmetric synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of new therapeutic agents, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a chiral auxiliary or precursor in stereoselective reactions to construct molecules with defined three-dimensional configurations.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the synthesis of novel, biologically active compounds for crop protection and pest management.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental building block in organic chemistry research for methodological studies and exploring new reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	R-2,3-Dimethyl-4-(Phenylsulfonyl)-2-Butanol
CAS No.	93748-50-6
Molecular Formula	C12H18O3S
Molecular Weight	242.33 g/mol
Synonyms	(2R)-2,3-Dimethyl-4-(phenylsulfonyl)butan-2-ol; (R)-2,3-Dimethyl-4-(phenylsulfonyl)-2-butanol; 2-Butanol, 2,3-dimethyl-4-(phenylsulfonyl)-, (2R)-; 4-(Phenylsulfonyl)-2,3-dimethyl-2-butanol (R-enantiomer); R-2,3-Dimethyl-4-(benzenesulfonyl)-2-butanol
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for all our chiral intermediates. Production is supported by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each batch to support your regulatory and R&D 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% e.e.
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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