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Atomfair Benzyl 2-hydroxyacetate C9H10O3 CAS 30379-58-9

Benzyl 2-hydroxyacetate (CAS 30379-58-9) is a high-purity ester compound with the molecular formula C9H10O3, widely utilized in pharmaceutical synthesis, fragrance formulation, and organic chemistry research. This product, also known as Benzyl glycolate, is characterized by its clear to slightly yellowish appearance and is offered in various purity grades, including 97% and higher, to meet stringent laboratory and industrial requirements. It serves as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of fine chemicals, APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients), and specialty polymers. The compound is supplied in tightly sealed amber glass bottles or HDPE containers to ensure stability and prevent degradation under standard storage…

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Description

Benzyl 2-hydroxyacetate (CAS 30379-58-9) is a high-purity ester compound with the molecular formula C9H10O3, widely utilized in pharmaceutical synthesis, fragrance formulation, and organic chemistry research. This product, also known as Benzyl glycolate, is characterized by its clear to slightly yellowish appearance and is offered in various purity grades, including 97% and higher, to meet stringent laboratory and industrial requirements. It serves as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of fine chemicals, APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients), and specialty polymers. The compound is supplied in tightly sealed amber glass bottles or HDPE containers to ensure stability and prevent degradation under standard storage conditions. Ideal for researchers and scientists, this reagent is accompanied by detailed analytical documentation, including GC/MS, NMR, and HPLC data sheets for quality assurance.

Properties

  • CAS Number: 30379-58-9
  • Complexity: 139
  • IUPAC Name: benzyl 2-hydroxyacetate
  • InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10O3/c10-6-9(11)12-7-8-4-2-1-3-5-8/h1-5,10H,6-7H2
  • InChI Key: VPYJBEIOKFRWQZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Exact Mass: 166.062994177
  • Molecular Formula: C9H10O3
  • Molecular Weight: 166.17
  • SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC(=O)CO
  • Topological: 46.5
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 166.062994177
  • Synonyms: benzyl 2-hydroxyacetate, 869-298-5, Benzyl glycolate, 30379-58-9, BENZYLGLYCOLATE, Acetic acid, 2-hydroxy-, phenylmethyl ester, Acetic acid, hydroxy-, phenylmethyl ester, Benzyl hydroxyacetate, MFCD00191776, Glycolic acid benzyl ester, Glycolic Acid Benzyl Ester (8CI); Benzyl 2-Hydroxyacetate; Benzyl glycolate; Hydroxyacetic Acid Benzyl Ester; Hydroxy Acetic Acid Phenylmethyl Ester;, HO-CH2COOBn, Benzyl (1)-glycolate, Benzyl hydroxyacetate #, Benzyl glycolate, 97%, benzyl alpha-hydroxyacetate, Glycolic acid, benzyl ester, SCHEMBL217571, Hydroxyacetic acid benzyl ester, SCHEMBL1834864, DTXSID60340075, BCP10145, EINECS 279-458-0, AB8174, AKOS016010564, CS-W007485, DS-5004, FB31445, PB47180, DA-07124, SY115712, EN300-103882, Benzyl 2-hydroxyacetate;Hydroxyacetic acid benzyl ester, InChI=1/C9H10O3/c10-6-9(11)12-7-8-4-2-1-3-5-8/h1-5,10H,6-7H

Benzyl 2-hydroxyacetate is primarily employed as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in prodrug formulations and ester-based drug delivery systems. It is also utilized in the fragrance industry for its mild, sweet aroma, contributing to floral and fruity scent profiles. Additionally, this compound finds applications in polymer chemistry as a monomer or crosslinking agent for biodegradable materials. Researchers leverage its reactivity for esterification and transesterification reactions in organic synthesis.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

  • H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
  • H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
  • H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

  • P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

  • Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
  • Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
  • STOT SE 3 (100%)

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