Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate (CAS: 687-47-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ethyl (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate (CAS: 687-47-8) can be synthesized via esterification of lactic acid with ethanol in the presence of an acid catalyst like sulfuric acid. The reaction is typically carried out at elevated temperatures, and the product can be purified by recrystallization or distillation. The yield is generally high, around 90%, and the process is selective, producing the desired (2S)-isomer.
About
CAS No
687-47-8
English Name
Ethyl (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate
Molecular Formula
C5H10O3
Molecular Weight
118.13 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)[C@H](C)O
InChIKey
LZCLXQDLBQLTDK-BYPYZUCNSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
