Chemical Name: | Benzeneethanol, b-[(phenylmethyl)amino]-, (bR)- |
CAS Number: | 14231-57-3 |
Product Number: | AG003C44(AGN-PC-0PS79D) |
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(R)-(-)-N-Benzyl-2-phenylglycinol, commonly known as $name$, is a versatile compound widely utilized in chemical synthesis. This chiral auxiliary plays a crucial role in asymmetric synthesis, specifically in the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds. By incorporating (R)-(-)-N-Benzyl-2-phenylglycinol into a synthetic pathway, chemists can control the stereochemistry of the final product, leading to desired chirality outcomes. Additionally, this compound is frequently employed in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other complex organic molecules where chirality is a determining factor in biological activity or function. Its strategic use in asymmetric transformations makes it a valuable tool for achieving high levels of selectivity and efficiency in organic synthesis processes.