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Diethyl-D-tartrate
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Diethyl-D-tartrate is a chiral organic acid ester derived from D-tartaric acid, primarily used in asymmetric synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediates, and flavor/fragrance applications for its optical purity and stability. It appears as a white crystalline solid with a faint odor, soluble in ethanol and acetone but sparingly in water. CAS 13811-71-7, molecular formula C8H14O6, molecular weight 206.19 g/mol, stored at ambient conditions with no signal word classification. Molekula supplies Diethyl-D-tartrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless or light yellow transparent liquid |
| Density | 1.19 - 1.21 |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| Purity | ≥99.0% |
| Specific optical rotation | -25° to -28° |
| Optical Purity | ≥99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 93 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19167747 |
| CAS Number | 13811-71-7 |
| IUPAC Name | diethyl (2S,3S)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate |
| EC Number | 237-458-8 |
| Molecular Formula | HO2CCCH(OH)CH(OH)CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 206.19 |
| Exact Mass | 206.079 |
| SMILES | CCOC(=O)[C@H]([C@@H](C(=O)OCC)O)O |
| InChIKey | YSAVZVORKRDODB-WDSKDSINSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H14O6/c1-3-13-7(11)5(9)6(10)8(12)14-4-2/h5-6,9-10H,3-4H2,1-2H3/t5-,6-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 117410 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2918135000 |
| Tariff Code | 2918130000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (-)-diethyl tartrate
- (2S,3S)-Diethyl 2,3-dihydroxysuccinate
- (S,S)-diethyl tartrate
- 1,4-diethyl (2S,3S)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate
- d-(-)-diethyl tartrate
- D-(-)-Tartaric acid diethyl ester
- diethyl (2S,3S)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate
- diethyl (2S,3S)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinate
- Diethyl (S-(R*,R*))-tartrate
- diethyl (s,s)-tartrate
Frequently asked questions
What is diethyl D-tartrate commonly used for?
Diethyl D-tartrate is primarily used as a chiral building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and flavor/fragrance compounds due to its enantiomeric purity.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of diethyl D-tartrate?
The molecular formula is **C8H14O6** (corrected from the provided HO2CCCH(OH)CH(OH)CO2H, which is the free acid; diethyl ester is **C8H14O6**), and the molecular weight is **206.19 g/mol**.
How should diethyl D-tartrate be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
What grades or purities of diethyl D-tartrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies diethyl D-tartrate in **pharmaceutical/biotech grade** (typically ≥99% enantiomeric excess) and **industrial grade** for synthesis applications.
Can Molekula supply diethyl D-tartrate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply diethyl D-tartrate in bulk, with quantities ranging from kilograms to metric tons, depending on availability and customer requirements.
What documentation is provided with an order of diethyl D-tartrate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** confirming enantiomeric purity and compliance with applicable standards.
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