Chemical Name: | Benzeneacetamide,4-[(2S)-2-hydroxy-3-[(1-methylethyl)amino]propoxy]- |
CAS Number: | 93379-54-5 |
Product Number: | AG003CMV(AGN-PC-0W2XBN) |
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Molecular Formula: | C15H24N2O2 |
Molecular Weight: | 264.3633 |
(-)-Atenolol is a versatile chiral building block commonly used in chemical synthesis. Its unique stereochemistry makes it a valuable tool in asymmetric synthesis, where the creation of molecules with specific three-dimensional structures is crucial. In particular, (-)-Atenolol is often employed in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds and agrochemicals, where chirality plays a significant role in determining the biological activity and efficacy of the final product. By incorporating (-)-Atenolol into the synthetic pathway, chemists can access enantiopure molecules with enhanced selectivity and potency, making it a valuable asset in drug discovery and development.