(R)-dodecan-3-ol
(R)-dodecan-3-ol is a chiral compound with the chemical formula C12H26O. It is an alcohol molecule with a chiral center at the third carbon atom, meaning it has two possible enantiomers: (R)-dodecan-3-ol and (S)-dodecan-3-ol. The (R) designation indicates the absolute configuration of the molecule, with the hydroxyl group positioned on the right side when the longest carbon chain is oriented vertically with the lowest priority group at the top.
This compound is often used in organic synthesis as a chiral building block and in the fragrance industry to produce pleasant odors.
This compound is often used in organic synthesis as a chiral building block and in the fragrance industry to produce pleasant odors.
Supplier | BOC Sciences |
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Product # | 581107-05-3 |
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Cas | 581107-05-3 |