Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 3-[4-hydroxy-3,5-bis(2-methyl-2-propanyl)phenyl]propanoate (CAS: 6386-38-5) typically synthesized?
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Methyl 3-[4-hydroxy-3,5-bis(2-methyl-2-propanyl)phenyl]propanoate (CAS: 6386-38-5) is synthesized through a multistep process involving the protection of the phenolic hydroxyl group, subsequent coupling with the desired alkyl substituents, and final esterification. Common catalysts used include organocatalysts and Lewis acids, achieving high selectivity and yield.
About
CAS No
6386-38-5
English Name
Methyl 3-[4-hydroxy-3,5-bis(2-methyl-2-propanyl)phenyl]propanoate
Molecular Formula
C18H28O3
Molecular Weight
292.42 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)CCc1cc(c(O)c(c1)C(C)(C)C)C(C)(C)C
InChIKey
PXMJCECEFTYEKE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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