Compound Q&A
How is 2-(1-Cyclohexen-1-yl)ethanamine (CAS: 3399-73-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-(1-Cyclohexen-1-yl)ethanamine is typically synthesized via alkylation of cyclohexanone with ethylamine. The reaction usually proceeds through a Grignard reagent formed from cyclohexanone and magnesium, followed by the addition of ethylamine. The process yields the desired compound with good selectivity and moderate to high yield.
About
CAS No
3399-73-3
English Name
2-(1-Cyclohexen-1-yl)ethanamine
Molecular Formula
C8H15N
Molecular Weight
125.21 g/mol
SMILES
C1CCC(=CC1)CCN
InChIKey
IUDMXOOVKMKODN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:18
