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CAS 16273-37-3

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3-Chloromandelic acid

Description:
3-Chloromandelic acid is an aromatic compound characterized by the presence of a chlorinated phenyl group and a carboxylic acid functional group. It is a derivative of mandelic acid, where a chlorine atom is substituted at the meta position relative to the hydroxymethyl group on the benzene ring. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid and is soluble in polar solvents such as water and alcohols. Its molecular structure contributes to its potential applications in pharmaceuticals and organic synthesis, particularly as an intermediate in the production of various bioactive compounds. The presence of the chlorine atom can influence its reactivity and biological activity, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry. Additionally, 3-chloromandelic acid may exhibit specific optical activity due to its chiral center, which is significant in the context of drug development and stereochemistry. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with all chemical substances.
Formula:C8H7ClO3
InChI:InChI=1S/C8H7ClO3/c9-6-3-1-2-5(4-6)7(10)8(11)12/h1-4,7,10H,(H,11,12)
InChI key:InChIKey=SAMVPMGKGGLIPF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(C(O)=O)(O)C1=CC(Cl)=CC=C1
Synonyms:
  • (2R)-(3-chlorophenyl)(hydroxy)ethanoate
  • (2S)-(3-chlorophenyl)(hydroxy)ethanoate
  • (2S)-(3-chlorophenyl)(hydroxy)ethanoic acid
  • (3-Chlorophenyl)(Hydroxy)Acetic Acid
  • (3-Chlorophenyl)hydroxyacetic acid
  • (±)-m-Chloromandelic acid
  • 2-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-(hydroxy)acetic acid
  • 2-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-Hydroxyacetic Acid
  • 3-Chloro-Dl-Mandelic Acid
  • 3-Chloro-a-hydroxyphenylacetic acid
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