Compound Q&A
How is (1R,2S,7S,9S)-3,3,7-Trimethyl-8-methylenetricyclo[5.4.0.0~2,9~]undecane (CAS: 475-20-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
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(1R,2S,7S,9S)-3,3,7-Trimethyl-8-methylenetricyclo[5.4.0.0~2,9~]undecane is commonly synthesized via a Wittig reaction or a Claisen rearrangement. The process involves the use of organometallic reagents and typically yields a mixture with high selectivity and moderate to good yield. Common catalysts include sodium hydride or sodium tert-butoxide.
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CAS No
475-20-7
English Name
(1R,2S,7S,9S)-3,3,7-Trimethyl-8-methylenetricyclo[5.4.0.0~2,9~]undecane
Molecular Formula
C15H24
Molecular Weight
204.36 g/mol
SMILES
C=C1[C@@]2([H])CC[C@@]3([H])[C@]1(C)CCCC(C)(C)[C@@]23[H]
InChIKey
PDSNLYSELAIEBU-GUIRCDHDSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
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