(2S)-2-(4-Chlorophenyl)oxirane

CAS: 97466-49-4

Ref. 3D-XDA46649

Product Information

• Name: (2S)-2-(4-Chlorophenyl)oxirane
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: (2S)-2-(4-Chlorophenyl)oxirane is an enantiopure epoxide that is used as a building block in organic synthesis. It is prepared by reacting styrene with peracetic acid, yielding the desired product in good isolated yield. The compound has been shown to inhibit the enzyme epoxide hydrolase and may be useful for the treatment of bacterial infections. (2S)-2-(4-Chlorophenyl)oxirane also has been shown to have anti-inflammatory activity, which may be due to its ability to induce apoptosis.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 154.59 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₇ClO
• Purity: Min. 95%