Compound Q&A
How is 4,4'-(2,2-Butanediyl)diphenol (CAS: 77-40-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
4,4'-(2,2-Butanediyl)diphenol is typically synthesized via a coupling reaction between phenol and 1,4-butanediol using a strong base such as potassium hydroxide. The reaction is carried out in aprotic solvents like tetrahydrofuran (THF) and requires careful temperature control to achieve high yields and selectivity.
About
CAS No
77-40-7
English Name
4,4'-(2,2-Butanediyl)diphenol
Molecular Formula
C16H18O2
Molecular Weight
242.31 g/mol
SMILES
CCC(C)(C1=CC=C(C=C1)O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)O
InChIKey
HTVITOHKHWFJKO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
