(R,S)-1-TosylGlycerol

Description:

(R,S)-1-Tosyl Glycerol (1-Tosyloxy-2,3-propanediol 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl tosylate p-Toluenesulfonic acid glyceryl ester) is a chemical compound that is useful in organic synthesis. It is an important reagent in organic synthesis, and has been referenced in Nagashima et al. (R,S)-1-Tosyl Glycerol has the CAS # 73073-07-1, and quality high quality (R,S)-1-Tosyl Glycerol can be purchased from Toronto Research with catalog number T664002.

(R,S)-1-Tosyl Glycerol is a colorless, crystalline solid with a melting point of 109-111 °C. It is soluble in water, ether, benzene, and many other organic solvents. It has low toxicity and is non-irritating, making it a safe and effective reagent in organic synthesis.

Chemical Properties:

Off-White-Pinkish Crystalline Solid

Uses:

(R,S)-1-Tosyl Glycerol is a versatile reagent used in many organic synthesis processes. It can be used as a nucleophile in organic reactions, such as the synthesis of epoxides. It can also be used as a catalyst for the hydrolysis of esters and the condensation of aldehydes and ketones. In addition to its organic synthesis applications, (R,S)-1-Tosyl Glycerol has been used to synthesize drugs and other pharmaceutical products.