Description

[R,(-)]-α-Hydroxycycloheptaneundecanoic Acid is a high-purity, chiral organic acid characterized by its specific stereochemistry and functional groups. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, where its defined configuration is critical for biological activity and material properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in stereoselective synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where specific enantiomeric purity is required for efficacy.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and other functional materials.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand or a substrate in catalytic reactions to induce chirality in target molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or probe in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis due to its specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: An intermediate for manufacturing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	[R,(-)]-α-Hydroxycycloheptaneundecanoic Acid
CAS No.	95896-79-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₄O₃
Molecular Weight	298.46 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-α-Hydroxycycloheptaneundecanoic Acid; (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-cycloheptylundecanoic Acid; (-)-α-Hydroxycycloheptylundecanoic Acid; (R)-α-Hydroxycycloheptylundecanoic Acid; 2-Cycloheptyl-2-hydroxyundecanoic Acid; (R)-Enantiomer of α-Hydroxycycloheptaneundecanoic Acid; L-α-Hydroxycycloheptaneundecanoic Acid (common naming); Cycloheptyl-α-hydroxyundecanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our [R,(-)]-α-Hydroxycycloheptaneundecanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure compliance with customer specifications and high industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.