R(+) Glycidol, 98%
Synonyms: (R)-(+)-Oxirane-2-methanol · (R)-Glycidol · (R)-Oxiranemethanol · (+)-Glycidol
R(+) Glycidol (CAS 57044-25-4) – chiral building block, Puriss grade, 98%. C3H6O2, MW 74.08. Order from Vaqora Chemicals with COA and global delivery.
About R(+) Glycidol, 98%
R(+) Glycidol is a chiral building block (Puriss grade) carrying the CAS registry number 57044-25-4, specified at 98% purity. The compound has the formula C3H6O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 74.08 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is [(2R)-oxiran-2-yl]methanol. Alternative names: (R)-(+)-Oxirane-2-methanol and (R)-Glycidol.
The material typically appears as a clear colourless to slight yellow liquid. Reported physical data include a boiling point of 56-57 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.
Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.
Vaqora Chemicals supplies R(+) Glycidol in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | R(+) Glycidol, 98% |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-011288 |
| CAS Number | 57044-25-4 |
| IUPAC name | [(2R)-oxiran-2-yl]methanol |
| Molecular formula | C3H6O2 |
| Molecular weight | 74.08 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 74.0368 |
| Grade | Puriss |
| Purity / assay | 98% |
| HSN code | 29420090 |
| InChIKey | CTKINSOISVBQLD-GSVOUGTGSA-N |
| SMILES | C1[C@H](O1)CO |
| PubChem CID | 5460455 |
| Physical form | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to slight yellow liquid |
| Boiling point | 56-57 °C |
| LogP (XLogP3) | -0.9 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 1 / 2 |
| TPSA | 32.8 Ų |
| UN number | UN 2810 |
| Synonyms | (R)-(+)-Oxirane-2-methanol, (R)-Glycidol, (R)-Oxiranemethanol, (+)-Glycidol, (2R)-oxiran-2-ylmethanol, (R)-(+)-2,3-Epoxy-1-propanol, R-2,3-epoxy-1-propanol, (R)-Oxiran-2-ylmethanol, (R)-(+)-Glycidol, (R)-3-hydroxy-1,2-epoxypropane, (2R)-2-oxiranylmethanol, Oxiranemethanol, (2R)- |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H242Heating may cause a fireH302Harmful if swallowedH312Harmful in contact with skinH314Causes severe skin burns and eye damageH331Toxic if inhaledH341Suspected of causing genetic defectsH350May cause cancer
Precautionary statements: P203, P210, P234, P235, P240, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P318, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P363
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of R(+) Glycidol, 98%?
The CAS Registry Number of R(+) Glycidol, 98% is 57044-25-4. It is also known as (R)-(+)-Oxirane-2-methanol, (R)-Glycidol, (R)-Oxiranemethanol.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of R(+) Glycidol, 98%?
R(+) Glycidol, 98% has the molecular formula C3H6O2 and a molecular weight of 74.08 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [(2R)-oxiran-2-yl]methanol.
Which grade and pack sizes of R(+) Glycidol, 98% can I order?
We supply R(+) Glycidol, 98% in Puriss (98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with R(+) Glycidol, 98%?
Yes. Every lot of R(+) Glycidol, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.
Can R(+) Glycidol, 98% be shipped internationally?
Yes. R(+) Glycidol, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 2810), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.
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