R-(-)-3-(Carbamoylmethyl)-5-Methylhexanoic Acid (RCMH)

Grade: Pharmaceutical Grade (Chiral Intermediate)

R-(-)-3-(Carbamoylmethyl)-5-Methylhexanoic Acid (RCMH) Pharmaceutical Intermediates
Pharmaceutical Intermediates

R-(-)-3-(Carbamoylmethyl)-5-Methylhexanoic Acid (RCMH)

Key chiral intermediate for the commercial synthesis of the anticonvulsant and neuropathic pain API Pregabalin.

R-(-)-3-(Carbamoylmethyl)-5-Methylhexanoic Acid (RCMH), CAS No. 181289-33-8, is a high-purity chiral pharmaceutical intermediate manufactured for the synthesis of Pregabalin (Lyrica®). Produced under strict quality protocols with high chiral and chemical purity, it is exported globally to formulation and active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturers.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number 181289-33-8
IUPAC Name (R)-3-(2-amino-2-oxoethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid
Molecular Formula C9H17NO3
Molecular Weight 187.24 g/mol
Assay / Purity ≥99.0% (Chiral ee ≥99.5%)
Physical Appearance White Crystalline Powder
Melting Point / Range 132 - 136 °C
Grade Pharmaceutical Grade (Chiral Intermediate)
Supply Capacity [CAPACITY TO BE CONFIRMED]

Synonyms & Trade Names

  • RCMH
  • (3R)-3-(2-amino-2-oxoethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid
  • Pregabalin Intermediate

Therapeutic & Industrial Applications

  • Pregabalin (API) Commercial Synthesis
  • Anticonvulsant & Neuropathic Pain Formulations
  • Chiral Asymmetric Synthesis
  • Regulated Pharma Markets (US, EU, JP)

Packaging & Export Logistics

  • 25 kg HDPE Bags / Drums with moisture-proof liner
  • Custom export bulk packing
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