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(R)-(+)-Mandelonitrile
CAS: 10020-96-9
SKU: S3119
(R)-(+)-Mandelonitrile | SKU: S3119
Synonyms: (R)-α-Hydroxybenzeneacetonitrile
(R)-(+)-Mandelonitrile
(R)-(+)-Mandelonitrile is a chiral cyanohydrin that Sarchem Labs supplies for pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediate manufacturing. Every lot ships with a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet.
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Specifications

OdorCharacteristic almond-like odor
Linear FormulaC6H5CH(OH)CN
Physical FormLiquid
CAS Number10020-96-9
ApplicationsPharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediate manufacturing (chiral cyanohydrin building block; used to prepare optically active α-hydroxy carboxylic acids)

Applications

Pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediate manufacturing (chiral cyanohydrin building block; used to prepare optically active α-hydroxy carboxylic acids)

Product Description

What is (R)-Mandelonitrile?

Mandelonitrile is a cyanohydrin — a compound bearing both a hydroxyl and a nitrile group on the same carbon, formed from the addition of hydrogen cyanide to an aldehyde. The (R)-enantiomer specifically is used as a stereodefined starting material for chiral α-hydroxy acid synthesis.

Uses of (R)-Mandelonitrile

This compound is used as a chiral intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing, serving as a precursor to optically active α-hydroxy carboxylic acids used in further synthesis.

Safety Information

  • Hazard Statements (per secondary sources): Toxic if swallowed, causes serious eye damage, causes skin irritation, very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
  • PPE: Full PPE required — faceshields, chemical-resistant gloves, fume hood mandatory; treat as an acute-toxicity hazard

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FAQs: (R)-(+)-Mandelonitrile

Mainly as a chiral cyanohydrin intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing.

Yes — as a cyanohydrin, it is capable of releasing hydrogen cyanide and is classified toxic and aquatic-hazardous. Handle only with full PPE and a fume hood, and request a current SDS before publishing safety guidance.

Yes, for every lot (SKU S3119).