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(−)-Diacetyl-D-tartaric Anhydride (CAS 70728-23-3)

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CAS Number:
70728-23-3
Molecular Weight:
216.14
Molecular Formula:
C8H8O7
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(−)-Diacetyl-D-tartaric anhydride exhibits good solubility in water and miscibility with organic solvents. It serves as a reagent in organic synthesis and has proved valuable in the creation of diverse compounds, encompassing polymers, dyes, peptides, peptidomimetics, and antibiotics. While the precise mechanism of action of (−)-Diacetyl-D-tartaric anhydride remains elusive, it is thought to involve reactions with various functional groups like amines, alcohols, and carboxylic acids. For instance, when it interacts with amines or alcohols, it forms Schiff bases that can undergo further reactions. Similarly, its reaction with carboxylic acids leads to the formation of esters.


(−)-Diacetyl-D-tartaric Anhydride (CAS 70728-23-3) References

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(−)-Diacetyl-D-tartaric Anhydride, 5 g

sc-294296
5 g
$148.00

(−)-Diacetyl-D-tartaric Anhydride, 25 g

sc-294296A
25 g
$355.00