Chemical Name: | (R)-1-Methylpyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid |
CAS Number: | 952484-55-8 |
Product Number: | AG00IIVY(AGN-PC-0WAI5H) |
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Molecular Formula: | C6H11NO2 |
Molecular Weight: | 129.1570 |
(R)-1-Methylpyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid is a versatile compound commonly utilized in chemical synthesis as a chiral building block. Its unique structure and chirality make it a valuable precursor for the preparation of enantiopure compounds in various chemical reactions. The presence of a pyrrolidine ring and a carboxylic acid group allows for efficient functionalization, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules with defined stereochemistry. This compound is particularly valuable in the pharmaceutical industry for the preparation of enantiomerically pure drug candidates, as well as in the production of fine chemicals and agrochemicals. Its application in asymmetric synthesis and as a ligand in catalytic reactions highlights its significance in modern organic chemistry.