Compound Q&A
How is 1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)methanamine (CAS: 6850-57-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)methanamine is typically synthesized through amination of 2-methoxybenzaldehyde with methylamine in the presence of a suitable catalyst such as sodium methoxide. The reaction is carried out in ethanol or another suitable solvent. The product is isolated by recrystallization from an appropriate solvent, and the yield is usually around 80-90%.
About
CAS No
6850-57-3
English Name
1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)methanamine
Molecular Formula
C8H11NO
Molecular Weight
137.18 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC=CC=C1CN
InChIKey
PXJACNDVRNAFHD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 12:21
