DL-Mandelic Acid

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Cat No.

EXTZ-797

Description

DL-Mandelic Acid, also known as bitter almond acid, is a racemic aromatic α-hydroxycarboxylic acid composed of equal amounts of the D- and L-enantiomers. It has a wide range of applications in the organic synthesis and pharmaceutical industries. As a key pharmaceutical intermediate, it is used in the synthesis of drugs such as cefazolin, cyclomandelate, and hydroxybenzazole, and also serves as an antibacterial agent and preservative for the urinary tract. In the cosmetics industry, due to its gentle exfoliating, antibacterial, and pigmentation-inhibiting properties, it is widely used in acne treatment, skin-whitening, and post-laser repair products. Additionally, it serves as an analytical reagent, an organic synthesis building block, and a dye intermediate, meeting diverse industrial needs across various applications.

Appearance

White crystalline powder

CAS_No

90-64-2; 611-72-3

Purity

≥99%

Molecular Formula

C8H8O3

Melting Point

118-121°C

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For research and industrial use only. Not intended for personal medicinal use. Certain food-grade products are suitable for formulation development in food and related applications.

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