Compound Q&A
What industries use Ethyl (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate (CAS: 687-47-8)?
Answer
Ethyl (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate (CAS: 687-47-8) is used in the pharmaceutical industry as a precursor for the synthesis of certain drugs. It is also utilized in the polymer industry to modify polymer properties and in the production of sensors due to its reactivity. Additionally, it plays a role in semiconductor manufacturing as a solvent and in the coatings industry as a component in formulation.
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
