| Identification | ||
| Name | (R)-Mandelic acid | |
| Synonyms | (R)-alpha-Hydroxy-benzeneacetic acid; (R)-2-Phenylglycolic acid; (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetic acid | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C8H8O3 | |
| Molecular Weight | 152.15 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 611-71-2 | |
| EINECS | 210-276-6 | |
| Properties | ||
| Melting point | 130-134 ºC | |
| alpha | -150 º (c=2.5, H2O) | |