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(-)-Diisopropyl D-tartrate
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(-)-Diisopropyl D-tartrate is a chiral auxiliary used in asymmetric synthesis to control stereochemistry in organic reactions. It is commonly employed in enantioselective transformations, particularly in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Available with CAS number 62961-64-2, its molecular formula is [-CH(OH)CO2CH(CH3)2]2 and molecular weight is 234.25 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies (-)-Diisopropyl D-tartrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow liquid |
| Water | <0.5% |
| Specific rotation | -16 to -19 |
| Purity | >99% |
| Optical Purity | >99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 110 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 30275431 |
| CAS Number | 62961-64-2 |
| IUPAC Name | dipropan-2-yl (2S,3S)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate |
| EC Number | 263-771-4 |
| Molecular Formula | [-CH(OH)CO2CH(CH3)2]2 |
| Molecular Weight | 234.25 |
| Exact Mass | 234.1103 |
| SMILES | CC(C)OC(=O)[C@H]([C@@H](C(=O)OC(C)C)O)O |
| InChIKey | XEBCWEDRGPSHQH-YUMQZZPRSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H18O6/c1-5(2)15-9(13)7(11)8(12)10(14)16-6(3)4/h5-8,11-12H,1-4H3/t7-,8-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 112972 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29181300 |
| Tariff Code | 2918130000 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (2S,3S)-Diisopropyl 2,3-dihydroxysuccinate
- 1,4-bis(propan-2-yl) (2S,3S)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate
- Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-, 1,4-bis(1-methylethyl) ester, (2S,3S)-
- Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-, bis(1-methylethyl) ester, (2S,3S)-
- D-(-)-Tartaric acid diisopropyl ester
- Diisopropyl (-)-tartrate
- Diisopropyl (S-(R*,R*))-tartrate
- Diisopropyl 2,3-dihydroxysuccinate #
- Diisoprropyl-D-tartrate
- dipropan-2-yl (2S,3S)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate
Frequently asked questions
What is -)-Diisopropyl D-tartrate used for?
It is primarily used as a chiral auxiliary in asymmetric synthesis, particularly in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of -)-Diisopropyl D-tartrate?
The formula is [-CH(OH)CO2CH(CH3)2]2 with a molecular weight of 234.25 g/mol.
How should -)-Diisopropyl D-tartrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for -)-Diisopropyl D-tartrate?
It is available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested.
Can Molekula supply -)-Diisopropyl D-tartrate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of -)-Diisopropyl D-tartrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA); additional documentation such as SDS can be provided upon request.
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