Compound Q&A
How is (3R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid (CAS: 625-72-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
(3R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid is commonly synthesized via the hydrolysis of 3-hydroxybutyrate esters or by the oxidation of 3-hydroxybutanone. The reaction typically involves the use of acid catalysts and can achieve up to 95% yield with good selectivity for the (3R) isomer.
About
CAS No
625-72-9
English Name
(3R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C4H8O3
Molecular Weight
104.1 g/mol
SMILES
C[C@@H](O)CC(O)=O
InChIKey
WHBMMWSBFZVSSR-GSVOUGTGSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
