Compound Q&A
How is 2-Butyloctanoic acid (CAS: 27610-92-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Butyloctanoic acid is usually synthesized via the ester hydrolysis of 2-butyloctanoyl chloride or by the direct reduction of 2-butyloctanone. The reaction typically involves refluxing the mixture in an aqueous base to hydrolyze the ester to the corresponding carboxylic acid, yielding high selectivity and good yield.
About
CAS No
27610-92-0
English Name
2-Butyloctanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C12H24O2
Molecular Weight
200.32 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCC(CCCC)C(=O)O
InChIKey
OARDBPIZDHVTCK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-08 00:58
