Compound Q&A
What industries use (R)-1-(Benzyloxy)propan-2-ol (CAS: 89401-28-5)?
Answer
(R)-1-(Benzyloxy)propan-2-ol (CAS: 89401-28-5) is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as a chiral auxiliary for the synthesis of optically active compounds. It is also employed in polymer science for the preparation of functionalized polymers. The compound's reactivity and chirality make it valuable for applications in sensors and semiconductors where precise chemical reactivity and optical purity are essential.
About
CAS No
89401-28-5
English Name
(R)-1-(Benzyloxy)propan-2-ol
Molecular Formula
C10H14O2
Molecular Weight
166.22 g/mol
SMILES
CC(COCC1=CC=CC=C1)O
InChIKey
KJBPYIUAQLPHJG-SECBINFHSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
