Compound Q&A
How is 6-Methoxy-1-indanone (CAS: 13623-25-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
6-Methoxy-1-indanone can be synthesized through a condensation reaction of 1-indanone with methanol in the presence of a catalytic amount of an acid catalyst, such as sulfuric acid. The reaction yields 6-methoxy-1-indanone with good chemical selectivity and a yield of around 85%. This method is widely used in industrial settings.
About
CAS No
13623-25-1
English Name
6-Methoxy-1-indanone
Molecular Formula
C10H10O2
Molecular Weight
162.188 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC2=C(CCC2=O)C=C1
InChIKey
UJGDLLGKMWVCPT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
