Compound Q&A
How is 4,4-Dimethylcyclohexanol (CAS: 932-01-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
4,4-Dimethylcyclohexanol is typically synthesized via reduction of 4,4-dimethylcyclohexanone using a reducing agent such as sodium borohydride. The reaction is carried out in an aprotic solvent like tetrahydrofuran (THF) and provides good yield and selectivity. Other methods include hydrogenation of 4,4-dimethylcyclohexanone or by catalytic reduction of 4,4-dimethylcyclohexanone.
About
CAS No
932-01-4
English Name
4,4-Dimethylcyclohexanol
Molecular Formula
C8H16O
Molecular Weight
128.21 g/mol
SMILES
CC1(CCC(CC1)O)C
InChIKey
VUQOIZPFYIVUKD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-01 21:42
