Product Information
Name:Methyl 2-phenylpropanoate
Brand:Biosynth
Description:Methyl 2-phenylpropanoate is the product of a lipase-catalyzed reaction between methanol and phenylacetic acid. The hydrolysis of the ester bond releases methanol, which can then react with another molecule of phenylacetic acid to form methyl 2-phenylpropanoate. Methyl 2-phenylpropanoate is a key intermediate in the synthesis of beta blockers, such as propranolol. It can also be used as an alternative to cyclopentane for synthesizing stereoisomers of cyclohexane. The reaction mechanism involves an activation energy that is kinetically favorable and has an asymmetric synthesis. The stereoselectivity of this reaction is due to the use of an acid catalyst and a chiral ligand.
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Chemical properties
Molecular weight:164.2 g/mol
Formula:C10H12O2
Purity:Min. 95%
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