(+)-1-phenyl-1,2-ethanediol, CAS No. 93-56-1

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93-56-1

Catalog No. EBD2203718

CAS 93-56-1

Name (+)-1-phenyl-1,2-ethanediol

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Basic Information

Synonyms: (+)-1-phenyl-1,2-ethanediol a,b-dihydroxyethylbenzene (+/-)-1-phenyl-1,2-ethanediol 1-phenyl-1,2-ethanediol 1-phenyl-1,2-ethandiol 'styrolglykol' styreneglycol (+/-)-phenyl-1,2-ethanediol phenyl-1,2-ethanediol

Molecular Formula: C8H10O2

Molecular Weight: 138.16

MDL Number: MFCD00003546

Categories: Materials Chemistry > Optoelectronic and Organic Semiconductor Materials > Liquid Crystal and Optically Active Small Molecule Precursors Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Aldehydes and Ketones Synthetic Chemistry > Basic Synthetic Reagents > Other Basic Synthetic Reagents

Product Description:

(+)-1-Phenyl-1,2-ethanediol is a chiral vicinal diol featuring a phenyl group attached to a two-carbon chain with hydroxyl groups on both carbons. It exists as a single enantiomer, making it a valuable chiral building block in asymmetric synthesis. This compound is primarily utilized as a chiral auxiliary or a precursor for the synthesis of chiral ligands, catalysts, and pharmaceuticals. Its enantiopure diol structure is often employed in the preparation of chiral crown ethers, oxazolidinones, and other stereoselective reagents. In medicinal chemistry, it serves as an intermediate for the synthesis of biologically active molecules, including certain antiviral and cardiovascular agents. As a versatile synthetic intermediate, it is also used in the production of fine chemicals and as a resolving agent for racemic mixtures. Its high enantiomeric purity and well-defined stereochemistry make it a standard tool in organic synthesis laboratories.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 66-68 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 272-274 °C/760 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 160°C

Density: 1.17 g/cm3

Analytical Data

Appearance: White to light beige crystalline powder or flakes