Compound Q&A
How is 2-(Benzyloxy)acetaldehyde (CAS: 60656-87-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-(Benzyloxy)acetaldehyde (CAS: 60656-87-3) can be synthesized through the reduction of benzyloxycarbonyl chloride with sodium borohydride. This method provides good yield and high selectivity. Other routes include the reaction of benzylic alcohols with acetaldehyde under catalytic conditions.
About
CAS No
60656-87-3
English Name
2-(Benzyloxy)acetaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C9H10O2
Molecular Weight
150.18 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)COCC=O
InChIKey
NFNOAHXEQXMCGT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-25 13:48
