Compound Q&A
How is 3-Hydroxy-1,2-propanediyl bis(2-methylacrylate) (CAS: 1830-78-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-Hydroxy-1,2-propanediyl bis(2-methylacrylate) is synthesized through an esterification reaction between 2-methylacrylic acid and 1,2-propanediol. Commonly, this reaction is catalyzed by a sulfuric acid or toluene sulfonic acid, with a yield of around 85%. The reaction is typically carried out at room temperature and the product is isolated by washing, drying, and distillation.
About
CAS No
1830-78-0
English Name
3-Hydroxy-1,2-propanediyl bis(2-methylacrylate)
Molecular Formula
C11H16O5
Molecular Weight
228.24 g/mol
SMILES
O=C(OC(COC(=O)\C(=C)C)CO)\C(=C)C
InChIKey
UKMBKKFLJMFCSA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-01 13:51
