Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (2R,3R,4R,5S)-1-Butyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-3,4,5-piperidinetriol (CAS: 72599-27-0)?
Answer
(2R,3R,4R,5S)-1-Butyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-3,4,5-piperidinetriol is predominantly used in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of various drugs, particularly those requiring chiral centers. It is also utilized in the food industry as a flavoring agent and in the cosmetic industry for its potential skin care benefits. Additionally, it has applications in research for studying piperidine derivatives and their biological activities.
About
CAS No
72599-27-0
English Name
(2R,3R,4R,5S)-1-Butyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-3,4,5-piperidinetriol
Molecular Formula
C10H21NO4
Molecular Weight
255.74 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCN1CC(C(C(C1CO)O)O)O
InChIKey
UQRORFVVSGFNRO-UTINFBMNSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-28 00:26
