Compound Q&A
How is 2-[(4-Methyl-2-nitrophenyl)diazenyl]-3-oxo-N-phenylbutanamide (CAS: 2512-29-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
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2-[(4-Methyl-2-nitrophenyl)diazenyl]-3-oxo-N-phenylbutanamide can be synthesized via diazotization of 4-methyl-2-nitroaniline followed by a condensation reaction with N-phenylacetyl-3-oxobutyramide. Commonly used catalysts include acetic acid, and the reaction is typically carried out in anhydrous conditions to enhance yield and selectivity. The overall yield of the reaction is approximately 75%.
About
CAS No
2512-29-0
English Name
2-[(4-Methyl-2-nitrophenyl)diazenyl]-3-oxo-N-phenylbutanamide
Molecular Formula
C17H16N4O4
Molecular Weight
340.33 g/mol
EINECS
219-730-8
SMILES
Cc1ccc(c(c1)[N+](=O)[O-])N=NC(C(=O)C)C(=O)Nc2ccccc2
InChIKey
MFYSUUPKMDJYPF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-29 09:43
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