(2R)-2-hydroxy-2-phenylbutanoic acid

(R)-2-羟基-2-苯基丁酸

Also known as: (-)-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylbutyric acid, (R)-(-)-a-Ethylmandelic acid, (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylbutanoic acid, (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylbutyric acid, (R)-a-Ethyl-a-hydroxyphenylacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, α-ethyl-α-hydroxy-, (αR)-, Benzeneacetic acid, a-ethyl-a-hydroxy-, (aR)-, Mandelic acid, α-ethyl-, D-(-)- (8CI)

(2R)-2-hydroxy-2-phenylbutanoic acid (CAS 3966-31-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O3 and a molecular weight of 180.20000 g/mol. It is also known as (-)-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylbutyric acid, (R)-(-)-a-Ethylmandelic acid and (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylbutanoic acid. Key property: a melting point of 106-113ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3966-31-2
Jingsj CID
J-1133692-5
Molecular Formula
C10H12O3
Chinese Name
(R)-2-羟基-2-苯基丁酸
Molecular Weight
180.20000 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point106-113ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (2R)-2-hydroxy-2-phenylbutanoic acid?

The CAS number of (2R)-2-hydroxy-2-phenylbutanoic acid is 3966-31-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (2R)-2-hydroxy-2-phenylbutanoic acid?

(2R)-2-hydroxy-2-phenylbutanoic acid has molecular formula C10H12O3 and molecular weight 180.20000 g/mol.

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