Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (2R)-2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxyacetic acid (CAS: 52950-18-2)?
Answer
(2R)-2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxyacetic acid is primarily used in pharmaceutical research as a building block for drug development. It serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various compounds, including potential antifungal and anti-inflammatory agents. Its unique structure also makes it valuable in chemical synthesis and organic chemistry studies.
About
CAS No
52950-18-2
English Name
(2R)-2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxyacetic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO3
Molecular Weight
186.59 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(C(=O)O)O)Cl
InChIKey
RWOLDZZTBNYTMS-SSDOTTSWSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
