Compound Q&A
How is 7-Hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal (CAS: 107-75-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
7-Hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal (CAS: 107-75-5) is typically synthesized via the reduction of 3,7-dimethyl-2-hexenal followed by hydroxylation at the 7-position. Common methods involve the use of hydrogenation catalysts like palladium on carbon and subsequent oxidation using catalytic hydrogen peroxide or other oxidizing agents. The yield is typically around 80-90% with good selectivity.
About
CAS No
107-75-5
English Name
7-Hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal
Molecular Formula
C10H20O2
Molecular Weight
172.27 g/mol
SMILES
CC(CCCC(C)(C)O)CC=O
InChIKey
WPFVBOQKRVRMJB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
