Chemical Name: | Oxirane, 2,3-diphenyl-, (2R,3R)-rel- |
CAS Number: | 1439-07-2 |
Product Number: | AG003UZC(AGN-PC-0PUQZX) |
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Trans-1,2-Diphenylethylene oxide, also known as styrene oxide, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis for various applications. In organic chemistry, it serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, due to its ability to undergo nucleophilic ring-opening reactions. One of its important applications is as a precursor in the synthesis of chiral epoxides, which are essential intermediates in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. Additionally, trans-1,2-Diphenylethylene oxide can be used as a reagent in the preparation of epoxy resins, which find extensive use in coatings, adhesives, and composites industries. Its unique chemical properties and reactivity make it a valuable tool for chemists in the design and synthesis of novel compounds with diverse functionalities.