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(S)-(−)-Glycidol

(S)-(−)-Glycidol chemical structure
CAS Number60456-23-7
FormulaC3H6O2
Mol. Weight74.08 g/mol

What is (S)-(−)-Glycidol?

(S)-(−)-Glycidol is a chemical compound with CAS number 60456-23-7 and molecular formula C3H6O2. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

Employed in the synthesis of chiral (E)-allylic alcohol side-chains for introduction into prostacyclin and prostaglandin frameworks by cross-metathesis.1

Specifications

Molecular Weight

74.08 g/mol

Assay/Purity

97%

Boiling Point

66-67 °C/19 mmHg(lit.)

Density

1.116 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)

Safety Information

GHS05GHS05
GHS06GHS06
GHS08GHS08
Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H302-H312-H315-H318-H331-H335-H350-H360

Precautionary Statements

P201-P261-P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P311

Required PPE

Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter

WGK Germany

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