(1S,2S)-(+)-2-Amino-1-phenyl-1,3-propanediol is a compound belonging to the chiral amino alchohol group which are used as emulsifying agents in dry-cleaning soaps, wax removers, cosmetics, paints and insecticides. (1S,2S)-(+)-2-Amino-1-phenyl-1,3-propanediol is used in the preparation of potential anticancer agents