Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to (3aS,4R,5S,6aR)-5-Hydroxy-4-(hydroxymethyl)hexahydro-2H-cyclopenta[b]furan-2-one in synthesis?
Answer
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Several alternatives can be used in the synthesis of (3aS,4R,5S,6aR)-5-Hydroxy-4-(hydroxymethyl)hexahydro-2H-cyclopenta[b]furan-2-one, including its isomers and analogs. Common reagents like 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid or 4-hydroxy-3-methylpentanoic acid can be considered. These alternatives may offer different reactivity profiles and can be chosen based on the specific requirements of the synthesis process.
About
CAS No
76704-05-7
English Name
(3aS,4R,5S,6aR)-5-Hydroxy-4-(hydroxymethyl)hexahydro-2H-cyclopenta[b]furan-2-one
Molecular Formula
C8H12O4
Molecular Weight
172.18 g/mol
SMILES
C1C(C(C2C1OC(=O)C2)CO)O
InChIKey
VYTZWRCSPHQSFX-ZTYPAOSTSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-26 07:28
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