Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate (CAS: 7699-00-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ethyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate (CAS: 7699-00-5) can be synthesized through the condensation of acetic acid with ethyl glyoxylate. Common catalysts include hydroxylamine hydrochloride. The reaction is conducted in an aqueous medium at room temperature. The yield is typically around 85-90%. The product can also be prepared by reduction of ethyl (2R)-2-oxopropanoate, using sodium borohydride as a reducing agent.
About
CAS No
7699-00-5
English Name
Ethyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate
Molecular Formula
C5H10O3
Molecular Weight
118.13 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C(C)O
InChIKey
LZCLXQDLBQLTDK-SCSAIBSYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-25 13:48
