Compound Q&A
How is 1-Isocyanato-3,5-dimethylbenzene (CAS: 54132-75-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
1-Isocyanato-3,5-dimethylbenzene can be synthesized through a two-step process starting with the nitration of toluene to form 3,5-dimethyltoluononitrile, followed by the conversion of the nitrile to the isocyanate via hydrogenation using a palladium catalyst. The reaction is typically carried out under mild conditions to maintain the desired product yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
54132-75-1
English Name
1-Isocyanato-3,5-dimethylbenzene
Molecular Formula
C9H9NO
Molecular Weight
147.18 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=CC(=C1)N=C=O)C
InChIKey
DZSGDHNHQAJZCO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-13 09:53
