CAS 5438-68-6

O-Acetylmandelic acid

Description:

O-Acetylmandelic acid is an organic compound characterized by its acetyl and mandelic acid functional groups. It is a derivative of mandelic acid, which is an alpha-hydroxy acid known for its applications in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. The compound typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid and is soluble in polar solvents such as water and alcohols. O-Acetylmandelic acid exhibits properties typical of carboxylic acids, including the ability to form salts and esters. It is often used in organic synthesis and may serve as an intermediate in the production of various chemical compounds. Additionally, it has potential applications in the field of medicinal chemistry due to its structural similarity to other biologically active molecules. Safety data indicates that, like many organic acids, it should be handled with care to avoid irritation to skin and eyes. Overall, O-acetylmandelic acid is a versatile compound with relevance in both industrial and research settings.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₄

InChI: InChI=1S/C10H10O4/c1-7(11)14-9(10(12)13)8-5-3-2-4-6-8/h2-6,9H,1H3,(H,12,13)

InChI key: InChIKey=OBCUSTCTKLTMBX-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(OC(C)=O)(C(O)=O)C1=CC=CC=C1

Synonyms:

• (2S)-(acetyloxy)(phenyl)ethanoate
• 2-(Acetyloxy)-2-phenylacetic acid
• 2-Acetoxy-2-phenylacetic acid
• 2-Acetyloxy-2-Phenyl-Acetic Acid
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-O-Acetylmandelic acid
• Acetoxyphenylacetic acid
• Benzeneacetic acid, α-(acetyloxy)-
• Mandelic acid, acetate
• NSC 14369
• O-Acetylmandelic acid
• O-acetyl mandelic acid
• Phenyl-α-acetoxyacetic acid
• α-(Acetyloxy)benzeneacetic acid

2-ACETYLOXY-2-PHENYL-ACETIC ACID

CAS: 5438-68-6

Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₄

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 194.1840

Ref: IN-DA00DDTT

2-Acetoxy-2-Phenylacetic Acid

CAS: 5438-68-6

2-Acetoxy-2-Phenylacetic Acid

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 194.18g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1026859

O-Acetyl mandelic acid DCHA

CAS: 5438-68-6

Formula: C₂₂H₃₃NO₄

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 375.509

Ref: 10-F300514

O-Acetyl Mandelic Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 5438-68-6

Applications O-Acetyl Mandelic Acid is a useful reagent for the synthesis of hindered triazolopyridinone derivatives.
References Ye, Z., et al.: Nat. Commun., 11, 3628 (2020)

Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₄

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 194.184

Ref: TR-A185963