Compound Q&A
How is Triethyl methanetricarboxylate (CAS: 6279-86-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
Triethyl methanetricarboxylate (CAS: 6279-86-3) can be synthesized by the esterification of benzoic acid with diethyl carbonate in the presence of a catalyst such as aluminum trichloride. The reaction typically proceeds with high selectivity and yields around 80-90%, depending on the reaction conditions and purification methods.
About
CAS No
6279-86-3
English Name
Triethyl methanetricarboxylate
Molecular Formula
C10H16O6
Molecular Weight
232.23 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C(C(=O)OCC)C(=O)OCC
InChIKey
AGZPNUZBDCYTBB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-05 20:45
