Compound Q&A
What is Ethyl (3S)-4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate (CAS: 86728-85-0)?
Answer
Ethyl (3S)-4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate (CAS: 86728-85-0) is a chlorinated ester with the chemical formula C6H12ClO3. It is a white crystalline solid, commonly used in organic synthesis. The compound exhibits hydroxy and chloro functional groups, contributing to its reactivity and utility in pharmaceutical and industrial applications.
About
CAS No
86728-85-0
English Name
Ethyl (3S)-4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate
Molecular Formula
C6H11ClO3
Molecular Weight
166.60399999999998 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C[C@H](O)CCl
InChIKey
ZAJNMXDBJKCCAT-YFKPBYRVSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
