Compound Q&A
How is 4-Pyridinylmethanol (CAS: 586-95-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Pyridinylmethanol is typically synthesized by reducing 4-pyridinemethanone with sodium borohydride. The key steps involve the reduction of the ketone functional group to form the alcohol. This process yields good selectivity and moderate to high yield, depending on the reaction conditions and catalysts used.
About
CAS No
586-95-8
English Name
4-Pyridinylmethanol
Molecular Formula
C6H7NO
Molecular Weight
109.13 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CN=CC=C1CO
InChIKey
PTMBWNZJOQBTBK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-13 09:53
