Compound Q&A
How is Magnesium bis{3-[(4-nitrobenzyl)oxy]-3-oxopropanoate} (CAS: 83972-01-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
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Magnesium bis{3-[(4-nitrobenzyl)oxy]-3-oxopropanoate} (CAS: 83972-01-4) is synthesized through a multi-step process involving the reaction of 4-nitrobenzyl chloride with 3-hydroxy-2-oxopropionic acid. The synthesis typically requires the use of magnesium metal as a reducing agent and is carried out under anhydrous conditions to ensure high purity and yield.
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CAS No
83972-01-4
English Name
Magnesium bis{3-[(4-nitrobenzyl)oxy]-3-oxopropanoate}
Molecular Formula
C20H16MgN2O12
Molecular Weight
500.7 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1COC(=O)CC(=O)[O-])[N+](=O)[O-].C1=CC(=CC=C1COC(=O)CC(=O)[O-])[N+](=O)[O-].[Mg+2]
InChIKey
WAFDWKYNSTVECG-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-09-13 09:53