Chemical Name: | Ethyl(1R,2R)-2-Aminocyclopentanecarboxylate |
CAS Number: | 1609100-30-2 |
Product Number: | AG00ILR6(AGN-PC-0WAM38) |
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MDL No: | MFCD20719057 |
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Ethyl (1R,2R)-2-Aminocyclopentanecarboxylate is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis as a chiral building block. Its unique stereochemistry makes it valuable for the asymmetric synthesis of complex molecules in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science. This compound serves as a key intermediate in the preparation of various enantiomerically pure compounds, allowing for the creation of new drugs and fine chemicals with enhanced biological activity and selectivity. Its applications extend to the synthesis of amino acids, peptides, and heterocycles, making it a crucial component in the development of novel therapeutics and functional materials. Ethyl (1R,2R)-2-Aminocyclopentanecarboxylate offers chemists a powerful tool for designing molecules with specific stereochemical properties, enabling precise control over the three-dimensional structure of organic compounds.