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1-cyclopropyl-2-hydroxyethanone; CAS No.: 42251-78-5; 1-cyclopropyl-2-hydroxyethanone. PROPERTIES: This compound is a 1-cyclopropyl-2-hydroxyethanone appearing as white crystalline powder. Its molecular weight is approximately 142.16 g/mol. It has melting point around 60-65 C. The compound is moderately soluble in common organic solvents like ethyl acetate and dichloromethane. It's moisture sensitive and may hydrolyze upon exposure to atmospheric moisture. Store in tightly sealed containers under nitrogen atmosphere. Keep below 20 C and protect from moisture. Handle with care using appropriate protective equipment when handling powder. APPLICATIONS: 1-cyclopropyl-2-hydroxyethanone is utilized in organic synthesis as hydroxycyclopropyl building block as detailed in Journal of Organic Chemistry. It's employed in preparation of certain beta-blockers with specific stereochemistry mentioned in Journal of Medicinal Chemistry. Additionally, this compound serves as intermediate for synthesizing cyclopropyl-containing pharmaceuticals reported in Organic Process Research & Development. The hydroxyl group provides valuable site for further functionalization in drug discovery projects.