Compound Q&A
What is (3R,4R)-4-(3,4-Dimethoxybenzyl)-3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone (CAS: 7770-78-7)?
Answer
This compound is a synthetic organic molecule with the chemical formula C19H20O6. It features a dihydrofuranone ring substituted with two benzyl groups containing methoxy and hydroxy functionalities. Known for its hydrophobic properties and structural complexity, it is commonly used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and chemical research. Its molecular structure includes stereocenters, contributing to its potential biological activity.
About
CAS No
7770-78-7
English Name
(3R,4R)-4-(3,4-Dimethoxybenzyl)-3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone
Molecular Formula
C21H24O6
Molecular Weight
372.42 g/mol
SMILES
COc1cc(ccc1OC)C[C@H]1COC(=O)[C@@H]1Cc1ccc(c(c1)OC)O
InChIKey
NQWVSMVXKMHKTF-JKSUJKDBSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
