Compound Q&A
How is Dioctyl carbonate (CAS: 1680-31-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
Dioctyl carbonate (CAS: 1680-31-5) is commonly synthesized through the esterification reaction between dimethyl carbonate (DMC) and octanol in the presence of a strong acid catalyst, such as sulfuric acid or phosphoric acid. The reaction is carried out under mild conditions, and the product is then purified by distillation to obtain dioctyl carbonate with high purity.
About
CAS No
1680-31-5
English Name
Dioctyl carbonate
Molecular Formula
C17H34O3
Molecular Weight
286.46 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCOC(=O)OCCCCCCCC
InChIKey
PKPOVTYZGGYDIJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-26 00:09
