3,3-Diphenylpropionic Acid

RT

226, 27

White to off-white, yellow solid

3, 3-Diphenylpropionic Acid is used in the preparation of steroid 5α-reductase inhibiting acylpiperidines. It can also be used in the preparation of calpain-inhibitory piptidyl α-ketoacids and esters.

Synonyms:
β-Phenylbenzenepropanoic Acid; Diphenylpropionic Acid; NSC 631492; NSC 6797; β-Phenylbenzenepropanoic Acid

CAS No:
606-83-7

Molecular Formula:
C₁₅H₁₄O₂

Molecular Weight:
226.27

Appearance:
White to off-white, yellow solid

Purity:
≥97%

Melting Point:
150-152ºC

Solubility:
Chloroform (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)

Storage and Stability:
Store at 4°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.