Compound Q&A
How is N,N-Dimethyl-3-oxobutanamide (CAS: 2044-64-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
N,N-Dimethyl-3-oxobutanamide (CAS: 2044-64-6) is typically synthesized via the condensation of dimethyl acetamide with acetic anhydride in the presence of a catalytic amount of acid, such as sulfuric acid. The reaction is exothermic and proceeds with good yield. The product can be isolated by recrystallization from appropriate solvents.
About
CAS No
2044-64-6
English Name
N,N-Dimethyl-3-oxobutanamide
Molecular Formula
C6H11NO2
Molecular Weight
129.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)CC(=O)N(C)C
InChIKey
YPEWWOUWRRQBAX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
