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CAS 62566-68-1

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(2R)-2-(4-bromophenyl)oxirane

Description:
(2R)-2-(4-bromophenyl)oxirane, also known as a brominated epoxide, is a chiral organic compound characterized by its epoxide functional group, which consists of a three-membered cyclic ether. The presence of the 4-bromophenyl group introduces significant steric and electronic effects, influencing its reactivity and interactions. This compound typically exhibits a high degree of reactivity due to the strained nature of the epoxide ring, making it susceptible to nucleophilic attack. Its chirality, indicated by the (2R) configuration, suggests that it can exist as enantiomers, which may exhibit different biological activities or reactivity patterns. The bromine substituent can also participate in various chemical reactions, such as nucleophilic substitution or elimination, further expanding its utility in synthetic organic chemistry. Additionally, the compound's physical properties, such as boiling point and solubility, are influenced by the bromine atom and the aromatic ring, which can affect its behavior in different solvents and under various conditions. Overall, (2R)-2-(4-bromophenyl)oxirane is a valuable compound in the field of organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.
Formula:C8H7BrO
InChI:InChI=1/C8H7BrO/c9-7-3-1-6(2-4-7)8-5-10-8/h1-4,8H,5H2/t8-/m0/s1
SMILES:c1cc(ccc1[C@@H]1CO1)Br
Synonyms:
  • Oxirane, 2-(4-bromophenyl)-, (2R)-
  • (R)-2-(4-bromophenyl)oxirane
  • (R)-4-Bromostyrene Oxide
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