Description

(+)-Chloromethyl Menthyl Ether, 95%, 97% E.E. is a high-purity chiral building block and reagent of significant synthetic utility. Its value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for introducing the menthyl group, a classic chiral auxiliary, enabling the synthesis of enantiomerically enriched compounds. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high enantiomeric excess for asymmetric synthesis and process development.

Application

• Chiral Auxiliary in Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a resolving agent or a temporary chiral controller in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides where the biological activity is stereospecific.
• Fine Chemical and Fragrance Production: Used in the synthesis of complex, high-value aroma chemicals and specialty flavors.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A critical reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, particularly in studies of stereoselective reactions.
• Material Science Research: Potential application in the synthesis of chiral polymers or liquid crystals with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+)-Chloromethyl Menthyl Ether, 95%, 97% E.E.
CAS No.	96662-07-6
Molecular Formula	C11H21ClO
Molecular Weight	204.74 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl chloromethyl ether; (-)-Menthyl chloromethyl ether; (1R)-(-)-Menthyl chloromethyl ether; Chloromethyl (1R,2S,5R)-2-isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl ether; L-Menthyl chloromethyl ether; (R)-(-)-Menthyl chloromethyl ether; (+)-Chloromethyl menthyl ether; (1R,2S,5R)-(-)-Menthyl chloromethyl ether
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Quality Control

Our (+)-Chloromethyl Menthyl Ether is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including chiral purity (Enantiomeric Excess) and chemical assay determination, to meet the specifications required for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and relevant parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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