D-2-Phenylglycine

What is D-2-Phenylglycine?
D-2-Phenylglycine has too many other names, such as D-Phenylglycine, D-(-)-Phenylglycine, D(-)-alpha-Phenylglycine, D-(-)-Α-Phenylglycine, etc. Almost different manufacturers or suppliers use different names. Many Chinese suppliers use D-Phenylglycine. However, in our opinion, D-2-Phenylglycine is a more popular standard name for international readers and buyers.

D-2-Phenylglycine applications
D-2-Phenylglycine is widely used in the daily life and production. Its applications include:
1. To produce semisynthetic cephalosporin, such as cephalexin, cefaclox, ampicillin, Finn La Kappa, and intermediates to produce other lactam antibiotics, such as L-phenylglycine chloride hydrochloride.
2. To produce ampicillin, piperacillin, azlocillin, cefroxadine.
3. As the important organic intermediate, D-Phenylglycine is also frequently used to produce veterinary drugs.
However, D-2-Phenylglycine is not the only raw material for synthesizing ampicillin and cephalexin. DL-Phenylglycine and L-Phenylglycine are 2 other raw materials for the same purpose. Their CAS numbers and chemical properties are different. Please pay attention in the procurement process.
Please see the info for the other 2 products below:
1.L-Phenylglycine
CAS No.: 2935-35-5  
Molecular formula: C8H9NO2
Molecular weight: 151.16
Appearance: white fine powder crystal

2. DL-Phenylglycine
CAS No. 2835-06-5                
Molecular formula: C8H9NO2
Molecular weight: 151.2
Appearance: white fine powder crystal

Storage of D-Phenylglycine
Sealed in cool place and protect from light and humidity. Keep away from poisonous and hazardous subjects. D-Phenylglycine is non-dangerous article. Ship as normal chemical. Handle with care. Avoid sunshine and rain.