Compound Q&A
How is 4-Methyl-1-phenyl-3-pyrazolidinone (CAS: 2654-57-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Methyl-1-phenyl-3-pyrazolidinone is typically synthesized via a condensation reaction between methyl acetoacetate and phenyl hydrazine. The synthesis involves the use of a suitable catalyst, such as p-toluenesulfonic acid, and provides a yield of approximately 70-80%. The product is then purified by recrystallization from an appropriate solvent.
About
CAS No
2654-57-1
English Name
4-Methyl-1-phenyl-3-pyrazolidinone
Molecular Formula
C10H12N2O
Molecular Weight
176.21899999999997 g/mol
SMILES
CC1CN(NC1=O)C2=CC=CC=C2
InChIKey
ZZEYCGJAYIHIAZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-22 19:21
