Compound Q&A
How is Perillyl alcohol (CAS: 536-59-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
Perillyl alcohol is commonly synthesized through the reduction of limonene or through the hydrolysis of perillamine. Common methods include catalytic hydrogenation of limonene or the use of a base to hydrolyze perillamine into perillyl alcohol. These processes yield a product with good selectivity and high purity.
About
CAS No
536-59-4
English Name
Perillyl alcohol
Molecular Formula
C10H16O
Molecular Weight
152.24 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=C)C1CCC(=CC1)CO
InChIKey
NDTYTMIUWGWIMO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-16 13:49
