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CAS 120121-01-9

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(R)-1-(2-chlorophenyl)ethanol

Description:
(R)-1-(2-chlorophenyl)ethanol, with the CAS number 120121-01-9, is an organic compound characterized by its chiral structure, which includes a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to a carbon atom that is also bonded to a 2-chlorophenyl group. This compound typically exhibits properties associated with alcohols, such as being a polar molecule due to the presence of the hydroxyl group, which can engage in hydrogen bonding. The presence of the chlorophenyl group introduces additional characteristics, including potential reactivity and influence on the compound's solubility in various solvents. The chirality of the molecule means it can exist in two enantiomeric forms, with the (R)-configuration being one of them, which can affect its biological activity and interactions in chemical reactions. This compound may be of interest in pharmaceutical applications or as an intermediate in organic synthesis, where the specific stereochemistry can play a crucial role in the efficacy and behavior of the resulting products.
Formula:C8H9ClO
InChI:InChI=1S/C8H9ClO/c1-6(10)7-3-2-4-8(9)5-7/h2-6,10H,1H3/t6-/m1/s1
InChI key:QYUQVBHGBPRDKN-ZCFIWIBFSA-N
SMILES:C[C@H](C1=CC(=CC=C1)Cl)O
Synonyms:
  • (R)-1-(2-chlorophenylethanol
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