(S)-Benzoin (CAS No: 5928-67-6) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Phenytoin. 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: Ethanone, 2-hydroxy-1,2-diphenyl-, (S)-, Benzoylphenylcarbinol
CAS No: 5928-67-6
PubChem CID: 667422
Mol Formula: C14H12O2
Mol Weight: 212.24 g/mol
Used in API: Phenytoin
IUPAC Name: (2S)-2-hydroxy-1,2-diphenylethanone
API Intermediate Description: (S)-Benzoin is a chiral α-hydroxy ketone consisting of two phenyl groups attached to a hydroxy-substituted carbonyl (α-hydroxy ketone) center in the S-configuration. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid, sparingly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, and benzene.