(R)-(-)-Mandelic Acid

• CAT Number: R050910
• CAS Number: 611-71-2
• Molecular Formula: C8H8O3
• Molecular Weight: 152.15
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (αR)-α-Hydroxybenzeneacetic Acid; D-Mandelic Acid; (-)-(R)-Mandelic Acid; (-)-D-Mandelic Acid; (-)-Mandelic Acid; (-)-α-Hydroxyphenylacetic Acid; (2R)-2-Hydroxy-2-(phenyl)ethanoic Acid; D-2-Phenylglycolic Acid
• Target: Disease Research Fields
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (2R)-2-hydroxy-2-phenylacetic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H8O3/c9-7(8(10)11)6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h1-5,7,9H,(H,10,11)/t7-/m1/s1
• InChIKey: IWYDHOAUDWTVEP-SSDOTTSWSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)[C@H](C(=O)O)O

(R)-(-)-Mandelic Acid（Cat No.:R050910）is a chiral alpha-hydroxy acid commonly used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. As the (R)-enantiomer, it serves as a building block in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, including antibiotics and anti-inflammatory agents. Due to its antimicrobial properties and gentle exfoliating effects, (R)-(-)-Mandelic Acid is also used in skincare formulations to treat acne, hyperpigmentation, and signs of aging. Its stereochemistry plays a critical role in its biological activity, making it valuable for enantioselective synthesis and research in drug development and dermatology.