Compound Q&A
How is N-Benzyl-N-methylaniline (CAS: 614-30-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
N-Benzyl-N-methylaniline is usually synthesized via a Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction. Benzyl chloride is treated with aniline in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst, such as aluminum chloride, to form the desired product. The reaction is carried out in an organic solvent like dichloromethane and yields are typically around 85-90%.
About
CAS No
614-30-2
English Name
N-Benzyl-N-methylaniline
Molecular Formula
C14H15N
Molecular Weight
197.28 g/mol
SMILES
CN(CC1=CC=CC=C1)C2=CC=CC=C2
InChIKey
LXZGVFCKZRHKMU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-01 13:51
