(R)-2-Hydroxybutyric acid (CAS 20016-85-7)
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(R)-2-Hydroxybutyric acid, also known as (R)-2-hydroxybutanoic acid, is a chiral molecule characterized by its specific configuration at the second carbon atom, which bears a hydroxyl group (-OH) in the R-configuration. This organic compound belongs to the class of hydroxy acids, a category of molecules that feature both a hydroxyl group and a carboxylic acid group (-COOH) within their structures. As a result, (R)-2-Hydroxybutyric acid exhibits unique chemical properties, such as the ability to participate in various biochemical reactions, including esterification and dehydration. In research applications, this compound is particularly noteworthy for its role in stereochemical studies and enantioselective synthesis. Its distinct stereochemistry makes it an important model compound in the investigation of chiral recognition processes and the development of chiral catalysts.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
(R)-2-Hydroxybutyric acid, 250 mg | sc-253419 | 250 mg | $218.00 | |||
(R)-2-Hydroxybutyric acid, 1 g | sc-253419A | 1 g | $339.00 |