Compound Q&A
How is (2S,3S)-2,3-Bis[(4-methoxybenzoyl)oxy]succinic acid (CAS: 191605-10-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
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(2S,3S)-2,3-Bis[(4-methoxybenzoyl)oxy]succinic acid is typically synthesized via a condensation reaction between succinic acid and 4-methoxybenzoyl chloride, often using a Lewis acid catalyst like aluminum trichloride. The reaction is carried out under anhydrous conditions to achieve high yields and good selectivity.
About
CAS No
191605-10-4
English Name
(2S,3S)-2,3-Bis[(4-methoxybenzoyl)oxy]succinic acid
Molecular Formula
C20H18O10
Molecular Weight
418.35 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)OC(C(C(=O)O)OC(=O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)OC)C(=O)O
InChIKey
KWWCVCFQHGKOMI-HOTGVXAUSA-N
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