
Catalog Number	AR00EK5P
Chemical Name	(1R,2R)-2-(4-bromophenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic acid
CAS Number	6142-65-0
Molecular Formula	C10H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	241.0813
MDL Number	MFCD29055398
SMILES	OC(=O)[C@@H]1C[C@H]1c1ccc(cc1)Br

The compound rel-(1R,2R)-2-(4-Bromophenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic acid plays a crucial role in chemical synthesis, particularly in asymmetric synthesis. With its distinct chiral structure, this compound serves as a valuable building block in the creation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals. By incorporating this compound into synthetic pathways, chemists are able to efficiently access enantiomerically pure compounds, enabling the development of new drugs and materials with enhanced biological activity and selectivity. In addition, the unique three-membered cyclopropane ring in the molecule introduces rigidity and spatial constraints, contributing to the creation of structurally diverse and complex molecules with specific stereochemical configurations. This compound’s versatile reactivity and stereochemical properties make it a versatile tool in the hands of synthetic chemists aiming to access intricate molecular architectures with high levels of control and precision.