Compound Q&A
What is Diethyl (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinate (CAS: 87-91-2)?
Answer
Diethyl (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinate is a chiral compound with the chemical formula C8H16O6. It is characterized by its two hydroxyl groups on the succinate backbone and is commonly used as a pharmaceutical intermediate. The compound is known for its stability and solubility in polar solvents, making it suitable for various chemical applications.
About
CAS No
87-91-2
English Name
Diethyl (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinate
Molecular Formula
C8H14O6
Molecular Weight
206.19399999999996 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)C(=O)OCC
InChIKey
YSAVZVORKRDODB-PHDIDXHHSA-N
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