Chemical Name: | 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-amino-2-methyl-, (2R)- |
CAS Number: | 96886-56-5 |
Product Number: | AG003C69(AGN-PC-0OOHRC) |
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Molecular Formula: | C6H11NO2 |
Molecular Weight: | 129.1570 |
The (2R)-2-Amino-2-methyl-4-pentenoic acid, also known as (R)-Leucinol, plays a crucial role in chemical synthesis as a valuable chiral building block. This compound is highly sought after in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries due to its chirality and unique structural characteristics. (R)-Leucinol serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various complex molecules, including pharmaceutical drugs, herbicides, and insecticides. Its chirality allows for the creation of enantiomerically pure products, which is essential for developing potent and selective chemical compounds. (R)-Leucinol's versatile nature makes it a versatile tool in the hands of synthetic chemists, enabling the creation of diverse chemical structures with precise stereochemistry.