Compound Q&A
What is (2S)-2-Benzylsuccinic acid (CAS: 3972-36-9)?
Answer
(2S)-2-Benzylsuccinic acid (CAS: 3972-36-9) is a chiral organic compound with the chemical formula C10H12O4. It is a derivative of succinic acid, featuring a benzyl group attached to the second carbon. This compound is a white crystalline solid, soluble in water, and exhibits specific stereochemical properties, making it valuable in pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis applications.
About
CAS No
3972-36-9
English Name
(2S)-2-Benzylsuccinic acid
Molecular Formula
C11H12O4
Molecular Weight
208.213 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)CC(CC(=O)O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
GTOFKXZQQDSVFH-VIFPVBQESA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07