Cyclic organic esters formed by the reactions carboxyl acid group with a hydroxyl group or halogen present in the same molecule. They are used in the synthesis of many products used commercially such as perfume ingredients, vitamin C, antibiotics, and etc.
A cyclic ester.
Cyclic organic esters formed by the reactions carboxyl acid group with a hydroxyl group or halogen present in the same molecule. They are used in the synthesis of many products used commercially such as perfume ingredients, vitamin C, antibiotics, and etc.
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