(S)-2-(4-Biphenylyloxy)propionic acid ethyl ester

What it is

(S)-2-(4-Biphenylyloxy)propionic acid ethyl ester is a chiral organic compound featuring a biphenyl ether linkage. It typically presents as a high-purity crystalline solid or viscous liquid and serves as a specialized chemical intermediate in synthetic chemistry.

Common Uses

Applications include its use as a building block for the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical molecules and active ingredients. It is also utilized in the development of specialty fine chemicals where specific stereochemical configurations are required.