Description

(S)-2-Benzylpent-4-Enoic Acid CAS NO 93780-03-1 is a high-purity chiral carboxylic acid building block of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its well-defined stereochemistry, which is crucial for constructing complex molecules with high enantiomeric purity. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals where precise stereocontrol is required.

Application

• As a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Utilized in asymmetric synthesis for constructing complex natural products and bioactive molecules.
• Serves as a versatile building block in medicinal chemistry research for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Potential use in the development of chiral ligands and catalysts for enantioselective transformations.
• Applied in the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals and specialty fine chemicals requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Used as a reference standard in analytical method development and quality control for chiral separation techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-Benzylpent-4-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	93780-03-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight	190.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Benzyl-4-pentenoic acid; (2S)-2-Benzyl-4-pentenoic acid; (S)-2-Benzylpent-4-enoic acid; (S)-2-Benzyl-4-pentenoic Acid; (S)-2-Benzylpent-4-enoic Acid; Pent-4-enoic acid, 2-benzyl-, (S)-; (S)-2-Benzylpent-4-enoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-2-Benzylpent-4-Enoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to confirm identity and specification compliance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting critical parameters such as assay, enantiomeric excess (ee), and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (ee)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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