Compound Q&A
What industries use (R)-(-)-2-Phenylbutyric acid (CAS: 938-79-4)?
Answer
(R)-(-)-2-Phenylbutyric acid finds application in various industries, particularly in pharmaceuticals for the development of drugs, and in the synthesis of peptides and proteins. It is also used in the polymer industry for improving the properties of polymers, and in the field of sensors for its sensitivity to specific analytes. Its use in semiconductors is less common but can be employed in certain specialized applications.
About
CAS No
938-79-4
English Name
(R)-(-)-2-Phenylbutyric acid
Molecular Formula
C10H12O2
Molecular Weight
164.2 g/mol
SMILES
CCC(C1=CC=CC=C1)C(=O)O
InChIKey
OFJWFSNDPCAWDK-SECBINFHSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-22 19:24
