Compound Q&A
How is rac-(1R,2R)-cyclopentane-1,2-dicarboxylic acid (CAS: 1461-97-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
Rac-(1R,2R)-cyclopentane-1,2-dicarboxylic acid (CAS: 1461-97-8) can be synthesized via the Wittig reaction or by the acylation of cyclopentanone with acetic anhydride. The Wittig reaction involves the use of an organophosphorus reagent to form the cyclic ester, which is then converted to the dicarboxylic acid. The acylation method yields a racemic mixture with good yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
1461-97-8
English Name
rac-(1R,2R)-cyclopentane-1,2-dicarboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H10O4
Molecular Weight
158.15 g/mol
SMILES
C1CC(C(C1)C(=O)O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
ASJCSAKCMTWGAH-RFZPGFLSSA-N
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