Compound Q&A
How is N,N,N',N'-Tetrakis(2-hydroxypentyl)ethylenediamine (CAS: 86443-82-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
N,N,N',N'-Tetrakis(2-hydroxypentyl)ethylenediamine is typically synthesized via a multistep reaction involving the condensation of 2-hydroxy pentanoic acid with ethylenediamine. The reaction involves the use of catalysts like anhydrous sodium carbonate and is performed under mild conditions. The yield is generally high, and the product is purified by recrystallization from ethanol.
About
CAS No
86443-82-5
English Name
N,N,N',N'-Tetrakis(2-hydroxypentyl)ethylenediamine
Molecular Formula
C22H48N2O4
Molecular Weight
404.64 g/mol
SMILES
CCCC(CN(CCN(CC(CCC)O)CC(CCC)O)CC(CCC)O)O
InChIKey
WSANZYFPFILJKZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-07 19:42
