Oxirane, [(1,1-dimethylethoxy)methyl]-, (2R)-


Chemical Name: Oxirane, [(1,1-dimethylethoxy)methyl]-, (2R)-
CAS Number: 130232-98-3
Product Number: AG000U6P(AGN-PC-0O0XRR)
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Molecular Formula: C7H14O2
Molecular Weight: 130.1849

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Properties
Storage:
Room Temperature;
Computed Properties
Molecular Weight:
130.187g/mol
XLogP3:
0.8
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count:
0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count:
2
Rotatable Bond Count:
3
Exact Mass:
130.099g/mol
Monoisotopic Mass:
130.099g/mol
Topological Polar Surface Area:
21.8A^2
Heavy Atom Count:
9
Formal Charge:
0
Complexity:
93.6
Isotope Atom Count:
0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count:
1
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count:
0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count:
0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count:
0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count:
1
Compound Is Canonicalized:
Yes

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(2R)-2-(tert-Butoxymethyl)oxirane is a versatile compound commonly used in chemical synthesis for various applications. This chiral epoxide is particularly valued for its role in asymmetric synthesis, where it serves as a key building block for creating complex molecules with high stereochemical control. Due to its unique structure and reactivity, (2R)-2-(tert-Butoxymethyl)oxirane is employed in the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. Its ability to undergo ring-opening reactions enables the introduction of functional groups at specific positions, allowing chemists to tailor the properties of the final product. In addition, the chirality of this compound plays a crucial role in determining the enantioselectivity of many reactions, making it a valuable tool for achieving desired stereochemistry in organic synthesis.