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(R)-(-)-O-Acetylmandelic acid, 98%
Description
The (R)- and (S)-isomers are chiral derivatizing agents for NMR determination of enantiomeric purity of α-deuterated carboxylic acids, alcohols, and amines.
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The (R)- and (S)-isomers are chiral derivatizing agents for NMR determination of enantiomeric purity of α-deuterated carboxylic acids, alcohols, and amines.
Solubility
Soluble in methanol. (almost transparency)
Notes
Store in a cool dry place. Incompatible with oxidizing agents. Keep container tightly closed.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 97°C to 99°C |
Quantity | 1 g |
Beilstein | 2694110 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in methanol. (almost transparency) |
Optical Rotation | −153° (c=2 in Acetone) |
Formula Weight | 194.19 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Chemical Name or Material | (R)-(-)-O-Acetylmandelic acid |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H319 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H315-H319-H335 Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | P264b-P280i-P305+P351+P338 |
TSCA | No |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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