Compound Q&A
How is Propanoic acid, 2-(4-hydroxyphenoxy)-, methyl ester, (2R)- (CAS: 96562-58-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
Propanoic acid, 2-(4-hydroxyphenoxy)-, methyl ester, (2R)- is typically synthesized by the esterification of 2-(4-hydroxyphenoxy)propanoic acid with methanol in the presence of a strong acid catalyst such as sulfuric acid. The reaction is carried out at elevated temperatures and is sensitive to the choice of catalyst and reaction conditions to achieve high yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
96562-58-2
English Name
Propanoic acid, 2-(4-hydroxyphenoxy)-, methyl ester, (2R)-
Molecular Formula
C10H12O4
Molecular Weight
196.2 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C(=O)OC)OC1=CC=C(C=C1)O
InChIKey
UUYSCNGPNOYZMC-SSDOTTSWSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-10 15:15
