Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to (R)-(3-trifluoromethyl)mandelic acid (CAS: 51359-73-0) in synthesis?
Answer
Alternatives to (R)-(3-trifluoromethyl)mandelic acid (CAS: 51359-73-0) include its enantiomer (S)-(3-trifluoromethyl)mandelic acid, as well as isomers such as (R)-(2-trifluoromethyl)mandelic acid. Other common substitutes include related compounds like trifluoromethylbenzoic acid and trifluoromethyl salicylic acid. These alternatives offer similar functionalities and can be used in various synthetic pathways, depending on the specific requirements of the synthesis process.
About
CAS No
51359-73-0
English Name
(R)-(3-trifluoromethyl)mandelic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H7F3O3
Molecular Weight
220.15 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC(=C1)C(F)(F)F)C(C(=O)O)O
InChIKey
WECBNRQPNXNRSJ-SSDOTTSWSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-09 00:05
