Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to rac-[(1R,2S)-2-aminocyclopentyl]methanol (CAS: 40482-12-0) in synthesis?
Answer
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There are several alternatives to rac-[(1R,2S)-2-aminocyclopentyl]methanol, including its enantiomers and racemic mixtures. Common alternatives include rac-[(1S,2S)-2-aminocyclopentyl]methanol, (1S,2S)-2-aminocyclopentanol, and (1R,2S)-2-aminocyclopentanol. These alternatives can serve as effective reagents in various synthetic routes.
About
CAS No
40482-12-0
English Name
rac-[(1R,2S)-2-aminocyclopentyl]methanol
Molecular Formula
C6H13NO
Molecular Weight
115.17 g/mol
SMILES
N[C@@H]1CCC[C@@H]1CO |&1:1,5,r|
InChIKey
JFLVVCGMJYMWML-WDSKDSINSA-N
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