Compound Q&A
How is adamantane-1-carbonyl chloride (CAS: 2094-72-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
Adamantane-1-carbonyl chloride is typically synthesized by treating adamantane with thionyl chloride in the presence of a catalytic amount of anhydrous aluminum chloride. The reaction is carried out under anhydrous conditions to prevent hydrolysis of the intermediate chloroformate.
About
CAS No
2094-72-6
English Name
adamantane-1-carbonyl chloride
Molecular Formula
C11H15ClO
Molecular Weight
198.69 g/mol
SMILES
C1C2CC3CC1CC(C2)(C3)C(=O)Cl
InChIKey
MIBQYWIOHFTKHD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-26 00:09
