Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 4-chlorobutanoate (CAS: 3153-37-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 4-chlorobutanoate (CAS: 3153-37-5) is typically synthesized by the reaction of 4-chlorobutanoic acid with methyl alcohol in the presence of a catalytic amount of sulfuric acid or hydrochloric acid. The yield is around 90%, and the reaction is highly selective.
About
CAS No
3153-37-5
English Name
Methyl 4-chlorobutanoate
Molecular Formula
C5H9ClO2
Molecular Weight
136.58 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)CCCCl
InChIKey
ZZUYIRISBMWFMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-05 20:45
