Compound Q&A
How is 3-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acrylic acid (CAS: 14737-89-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acrylic acid is commonly synthesized via the Friedel-Crafts acylation of 3,4-dimethoxybenzaldehyde with acetyl chloride in the presence of a strong acid catalyst like concentrated sulfuric acid. The reaction typically proceeds with high yield and good selectivity, making it a straightforward method for producing this compound.
About
CAS No
14737-89-4
English Name
3-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acrylic acid
Molecular Formula
C11H12O4
Molecular Weight
208.21 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=C(C=C(C=C1)C=CC(=O)O)OC
InChIKey
HJBWJAPEBGSQPR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-29 09:43
