CAS 1187927-17-8

(3R)-3-(Chloromethyl)pyrrolidine

Description:

(3R)-3-(Chloromethyl)pyrrolidine is a chemical compound characterized by its pyrrolidine ring, which is a five-membered cyclic amine. The presence of a chloromethyl group at the 3-position of the pyrrolidine ring introduces a halogen substituent, which can influence the compound's reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and specific conditions. It is soluble in polar organic solvents, making it useful in various chemical reactions, particularly in the synthesis of more complex molecules. The chirality at the 3-position indicates that it exists as a specific enantiomer, which can have significant implications in biological activity and pharmacological properties. As with many chlorinated compounds, it may exhibit toxicity and should be handled with care in a controlled laboratory environment. Its applications may extend to medicinal chemistry, where it could serve as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals or agrochemicals.

Formula: C₅H₁₀ClN

InChI: InChI=1S/C5H10ClN/c6-3-5-1-2-7-4-5/h5,7H,1-4H2/t5-/m0/s1

InChI key: InChIKey=QXZOZPKSATVTCW-YFKPBYRVSA-N

SMILES: C(Cl)[C@@H]1CCNC1

Synonyms:

• (3R)-3-(Chloromethyl)pyrrolidine
• Pyrrolidine, 3-(chloromethyl)-, (3R)-