Chemical Name: | Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, acetate, [1R-(1a,2a,5b)]- |
CAS Number: | 146502-80-9 |
Product Number: | AG001E2N(AGN-PC-0PYTJ5) |
Synonyms: | |
MDL No: | |
Molecular Formula: | C12H22O2 |
Molecular Weight: | 198.3019 |
(1R)-(-)-Neomenthyl acetate is a valuable compound commonly used in chemical synthesis for its unique reactivity and chiral properties. As a versatile building block, it serves as a key intermediate in the preparation of various fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Its asymmetric structure allows for precise control over the stereochemistry of the resulting molecules, making it a popular choice in the synthesis of optically pure compounds. In addition, (1R)-(-)-Neomenthyl acetate can participate in a variety of reactions including esterification, acylation, and asymmetric transformations, enabling chemists to design efficient synthetic routes towards complex molecules. Its role as a chiral synthone highlights its significance in the field of organic chemistry, offering synthetic chemists a powerful tool for accessing enantiomerically pure products.