2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxyacetic Acid from TCI is a mandelic acid derivative with a chlorine atom at the ortho position of the phenyl ring. It is also known as 2-chloromandelic acid. The compound is an aromatic α-hydroxy acid: a carboxylic acid group, a secondary hydroxyl group and a halogenated aryl ring are all attached to one central carbon atom. In the laboratory it serves as a non-heterocyclic building block and as an important intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, where it helps chemists build more complex target molecules.
2-Chloromandelic acid is well known in pharmaceutical chemistry because its enantiomers are intermediates in synthetic routes to thienopyridine-class antiplatelet drugs. The product name does not state a stereochemical configuration, so users should check the stereochemical form on the Certificate of Analysis (CoA) before use. The racemic form is commonly used in chiral resolution studies. Both the carboxylic acid and the hydroxyl group can be esterified, amidated or activated, which makes the compound easy to process further in multi-step synthesis.
In Indonesia, this material is relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and to research laboratories developing synthetic processes for drug intermediates. It is also useful to chirality research groups that study enantiomer resolution by crystallization and related techniques. University organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry laboratories can use it as a model α-hydroxy acid in teaching, method development and exploratory synthesis. Process development teams can also use it to evaluate reaction conditions before scaling up intermediate production.
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- Pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis: its enantiomers are recognised intermediates in synthetic routes to thienopyridine-class antiplatelet drugs, which makes it relevant for process research and route development.
- Chiral resolution studies: the racemic form is commonly used to study how enantiomers are separated, including resolution by crystallization with chiral resolving agents in research laboratories.
- Esterification and amidation reactions: the carboxylic acid and hydroxyl groups can be esterified, amidated or activated, so the compound is a versatile starting point for building derivatives.
- Non-heterocyclic building block chemistry: the halogenated aryl ring and α-hydroxy acid structure give synthetic chemists several reactive handles for assembling more complex organic target molecules.
- Teaching and method development: as a well-characterised mandelic acid derivative, it is useful for academic laboratories demonstrating α-hydroxy acid chemistry, stereochemistry concepts and analytical method development.
| Brand | TCI (product code C3937) |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 10421-85-9 |
| Molecular formula | — |
| Purity | — |
| Category | Chemistry > Building Blocks > Non-Heterocyclic Building Blocks |
| Pack sizes | see the available options on the product listing |
| Physical form | check the CoA and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) supplied with the product; stereochemical form should also be checked on the CoA |
| Storage | follow the storage conditions on the product label and SDS |
Store this compound in its original, tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight, heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. Follow the exact storage temperature on the TCI label and SDS. Keep the container clearly labelled and reseal it promptly after each use to protect it from moisture. Handle it in a fume hood or a well-ventilated area, and wear suitable personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, chemical-resistant gloves and a lab coat. Avoid creating dust and avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Read the SDS before first use, and dispose of waste according to local regulations and institutional laboratory safety procedures.
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