Chemical Name: | (S)-4-Bromo-3-hydroxy-butyric acid ethyl ester |
CAS Number: | 95537-36-3 |
Product Number: | AG003PZV(AGN-PC-0WA2ZD) |
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Molecular Formula: | C6H11BrO3 |
Molecular Weight: | 211.0537 |
(S)-Ethyl 4-bromo-3-hydroxybutanoate, a valuable chiral building block in chemical synthesis, is widely utilized for its key role in the formation of various complex organic molecules. It serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of structurally diverse compounds in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries. The chirality of this compound enables the controlled creation of enantiomerically pure products, essential for drug development and asymmetric synthesis strategies. Its versatile reactivity allows for the selective modification of its functional groups, making it a highly sought-after compound for numerous applications in organic chemistry research and industrial production.