Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (1R,2S,3R,5R)-3-Amino-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1,2-cyclopentanediol hydrochloride (CAS: 79200-57-0)?
Answer
(1R,2S,3R,5R)-3-Amino-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1,2-cyclopentanediol hydrochloride (CAS: 79200-57-0) is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as an intermediate in the synthesis of various medicinal compounds. It is also used in research for developing new chemical entities and in the production of certain food additives and preservatives.
About
CAS No
79200-57-0
English Name
(1R,2S,3R,5R)-3-Amino-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1,2-cyclopentanediol hydrochloride (1:1)
Molecular Formula
C6H14ClNO3
Molecular Weight
183.64 g/mol
SMILES
C1C(C(C(C1N)O)O)CO.Cl
InChIKey
BLTXEPQZAMUGID-ILLHIODVSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-21 21:33
