(1R)-(-)-1-Phenylethane-1,2-diol (CAS No: 16355-00-3) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Epinephrine, Propranolol, Salbutamol, Atenolol, Metoprolol and Labetalol. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: (R)-(-)-1-Phenyl-1,2-ethanediol, Styrene glycol, (-)-
CAS No: 16355-00-3
PubChem CID: 2724621
Mol Formula: C8H10O2
Mol Weight: 138.16 g/mol
Used in APIs: Epinephrine, Propranolol, Salbutamol, Atenolol, Metoprolol and Labetalol
IUPAC Name: (1R)-1-phenylethane-1,2-diol
API Intermediate Description: (1R)-(-)-1-Phenylethane-1,2-diol is a chiral aromatic diol consisting of a phenylethyl backbone bearing hydroxyl (-OH) groups on the first and second carbon atoms in the (1R)-configuration. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid or crystalline solid, soluble in water and organic solvents such as ethanol and ether.
