CAS 608-68-4: 1,4-Dimethyl 2,3-dihydroxy- (2R,3R)butanedioate
Description:1,4-Dimethyl 2,3-dihydroxy-(2R,3R)butanedioate, with the CAS number 608-68-4, is a chemical compound characterized by its specific stereochemistry and functional groups. It features two hydroxyl (-OH) groups and a diester functional group, which contributes to its reactivity and solubility in polar solvents. The presence of the methyl groups enhances its hydrophobic character while the hydroxyl groups increase its potential for hydrogen bonding. This compound is typically a white to off-white crystalline solid at room temperature and is soluble in water and various organic solvents. Its stereochemistry, indicated by the (2R,3R) configuration, plays a crucial role in its biological activity and interactions with other molecules. 1,4-Dimethyl 2,3-dihydroxy-(2R,3R)butanedioate is often studied for its potential applications in pharmaceuticals and biochemistry, particularly in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules. As with many organic compounds, proper handling and storage are essential to maintain its stability and prevent degradation.
Formula:C6H10O6
InChI:InChI=1S/C6H10O6/c1-11-5(9)3(7)4(8)6(10)12-2/h3-4,7-8H,1-2H3/t3-,4-/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=PVRATXCXJDHJJN-QWWZWVQMSA-N
SMILES:O=C(OC)C(O)C(O)C(=O)OC
- Synonyms:
- (+)-Tartaric acid dimethyl ester
- (2R,3R)-(+)-Dimethyl tartrate
- 1,4-Dimethyl 2,3-dihydroxy- (2R,3R)butanedioate
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-(+)-Dimethyl tartrate
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Tartaric acid dimethyl ester
- Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy- (2R,3R)-, 1,4-dimethyl ester
- Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy- (2R,3R)-, dimethyl ester
- Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy- [R-(R*,R*)]-, dimethyl ester
- Dimethyl (+)-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-tartrate
- Dimethyl (+)-tartrate
- See more synonyms
- Dimethyl (R,R)-tartrate
- Dimethyl <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-tartarate
- Dimethyl L-(+)-tartarate
- Dimethyl d-tartrate
- Dimethyl-L-(+)-Tartratic
- L-plus-tartaric acid dimethyl ester
- NSC 517
- (+)-Dimethyl L-Tartrate