Compound Q&A
How is 4-Pentylphenol (CAS: 14938-35-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Pentylphenol (CAS: 14938-35-3) is typically synthesized by the alkylation of phenol with pentyl halide in the presence of a strong acid catalyst such as sulfuric acid. The reaction is selective and yields high purity products. The process involves stirring the reactants together and then distilling the product to obtain the crystalline solid.
About
CAS No
14938-35-3
English Name
4-Pentylphenol
Molecular Formula
C11H16O
Molecular Weight
164.25 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCC1=CC=C(C=C1)O
InChIKey
ZNPSUQQXTRRSBM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-10 15:15
