Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl (2E)-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)acrylate (CAS: 102-37-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ethyl (2E)-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)acrylate (CAS: 102-37-4) is commonly synthesized via the reaction of ethyl acrylate or phenol with 3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde or its derivatives. The reaction typically involves a condensation followed by an acylation step, often catalyzed by acidic or basic conditions, yielding a high yield of the desired product with good selectivity.
About
CAS No
102-37-4
English Name
Ethyl (2E)-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)acrylate
Molecular Formula
C11H12O4
Molecular Weight
208.21 g/mol
SMILES
O=C(OCC)/C=C/C1=CC=C(O)C(O)=C1
InChIKey
WDKYDMULARNCIS-GQCTYLIASA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-22 19:21
