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(R)-(+)-4-Chloro-3-hydroxybutyronitrile

(R)-(+)-4-Chloro-3-hydroxybutyronitrile chemical structure
CAS Number84367-31-7
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight119.55 g/mol

What is (R)-(+)-4-Chloro-3-hydroxybutyronitrile?

(R)-(+)-4-Chloro-3-hydroxybutyronitrile is a chemical compound with CAS number 84367-31-7. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

(-)-Carnitine and (-)-γ-amino-β-hydroxybutyric acid have been prepared using this synthon.1

Specifications

Linear Formula

ClCH2CH(OH)CH2CN

Molecular Weight

119.55 g/mol

Assay/Purity

97%

Boiling Point

110 °C/1 mmHg(lit.)

Density

1.250 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)

Safety Information

GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H315-H319-H335

Precautionary Statements

P261-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

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

WGK Germany

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