Compound Q&A
What is (2R)-Hydroxy(phenyl)acetic acid (CAS: 611-71-2)?
Answer
(2R)-Hydroxy(phenyl)acetic acid, with CAS number 611-71-2, is a chiral organic compound that contains a hydroxyl group and a phenyl ring attached to an acetic acid backbone. It is a white crystalline solid with moderate solubility in water and is commonly used in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical and industrial compounds due to its functional groups and stereochemical properties.
About
CAS No
611-71-2
English Name
(2R)-Hydroxy(phenyl)acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H8O3
Molecular Weight
152.15 g/mol
SMILES
O[C@@H](C(=O)O)c1ccccc1
InChIKey
IWYDHOAUDWTVEP-SSDOTTSWSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
