Compound Q&A
How is 3,7-Diethyl-4,6-nonanedione (CAS: 872802-98-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
3,7-Diethyl-4,6-nonanedione is synthesized via the acetoacetic ester condensation of ethyl acetoacetate with 2,6-diethyl-4-heptanone. The reaction is typically performed in the presence of a strong base like sodium ethoxide, with a yield of about 85%. This method ensures high selectivity and good purity.
About
CAS No
872802-98-7
English Name
3,7-Diethyl-4,6-nonanedione
Molecular Formula
C13H24O2
Molecular Weight
212.33 g/mol
SMILES
CCC(CC)C(CC(C(CC)CC)=O)=O
InChIKey
MFELLNQJMHCAKI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-01 21:42
