Description

Dl-Mandelic Acid Benzyl Ester is a versatile chiral building block and ester derivative of mandelic acid. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and specialty materials. It is particularly relevant for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to introduce specific stereochemistry or functional groups into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system or with antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the mandelic acid moiety can influence biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for various specialty chemicals, including liquid crystals, polymers, and advanced organic compounds.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a starting material or modifier for creating specific aromatic esters used in perfumery and flavor formulations.
• Asymmetric Synthesis Catalyst/ Ligand: The chiral center makes it a candidate for developing ligands used in asymmetric catalysis to produce enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Employed in chemical research for method development, studying reaction mechanisms, and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Mandelic Acid Benzyl Ester
CAS No.	80409-16-1
Molecular Formula	C15H14O3
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl DL-Mandelate; (±)-Mandelic Acid Benzyl Ester; DL-α-Hydroxybenzeneacetic Acid Benzyl Ester; Benzyl 2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetate; Racemic Mandelic Acid Benzyl Ester; Phenylglycolic Acid Benzyl Ester; Benzyl (RS)-Mandelate; Benzyl α-Hydroxyphenylacetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dl-Mandelic Acid Benzyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Racemic mixture

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.