(2R,3R)-(-)-2,3-Butanediol is used as a chiral auxiliary, chiral ligand and building block. Cyclocondenses with ketones for (13)C NMR determination of optical purity. It is used in the resolution of carbonyl compounds in gas chromatography.
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Applications(2R,3R)-(-)-2,3-Butanediol is used as a chiral auxiliary, chiral ligand and building block. Cyclocondenses with ketones for (13)C NMR determination of optical purity. It is used in the resolution of carbonyl compounds in gas chromatography.
SolubilityFully miscible in water.
NotesHygroscopic. Store away from oxidizing agents. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, Acid chlorides, Acid anhydrides, Chloroformates, Reducing agents. Air sensitive.