(S)-(-)-Glycidol is employed in the synthesis of chiral (E)-allylic alcohol side-chains for introduction into prostacyclin and prostaglandin frameworks by cross-metathesis. Also used as a starting reagent to synthesize non-peptidic HIV protease inhibitors.
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Applications
(S)-(-)-Glycidol is employed in the synthesis of chiral (E)-allylic alcohol side-chains for introduction into prostacyclin and prostaglandin frameworks by cross-metathesis. Also used as a starting reagent to synthesize non-peptidic HIV protease inhibitors.
Solubility
Soluble in chloroform, DMSO and methanol.
Notes
Store in freezer at(-20°C). Keep container tightly closed. Store away from oxidizing agent.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Neil A Sheddan; Johann Mulzer. Cross metathesis as a general strategy for the synthesis of prostacyclin and prostaglandin analogues. Organic Letters. 2006, 8(14), 3101-3104.
- Haines TD; Adlaf KJ; Pierceall RM, et al. Direct Determination of MCPD Fatty Acid Esters and Glycidyl Fatty Acid Esters in Vegetable Oils by LC-TOFMS. J. Am. Oil Chem. Soc. 2011, 88(1), 1-14.