Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to 1-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)ethanone (CAS: 5379-16-8) in synthesis?
Answer
While 1-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)ethanone (CAS: 5379-16-8) is a useful intermediate in organic synthesis, alternatives such as 2-methyl-3-phenylpropan-1-one or other ketones with similar functional groups can serve as substitutes. The choice of alternative depends on the specific reaction conditions and desired product properties.
About
CAS No
5379-16-8
English Name
1-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)ethanone
Molecular Formula
C10H12O
Molecular Weight
148.2 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)c1cc(C)cc(C)c1
InChIKey
BKIHFZLJJUNKMZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-17 14:48
