Chemical Name: | (2R)-2-(aminomethyl)-3-(4-chlorophenyl)propanoic acid |
CAS Number: | 791615-75-3 |
Product Number: | AG003IU1(AGN-PC-06B7SV) |
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MDL No: | MFCD07372575 |
Molecular Formula: | C10H12ClNO2 |
Molecular Weight: | 213.6608 |
Used as a versatile building block in chemical synthesis, 3-Amino-2-(4-chlorobenzyl)propanoic acid serves as a key intermediate for the preparation of various organic compounds. Its functional groups make it a valuable precursor for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. The amino group allows for selective derivatization, while the benzyl chloride moiety enables further functionalization through nucleophilic substitution reactions. This compound plays a crucial role in the design and development of novel molecules with desired biological activities and properties.