Compound Q&A
How is 3-Oxo-5-indanecarbonitrile (CAS: 69975-66-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-Oxo-5-indanecarbonitrile is commonly synthesized through the condensation of indanone with an appropriate nitrile followed by dehydration. This reaction is typically catalyzed by a strong acid, and the process yields the target compound with good selectivity and moderate to high yield, depending on the specific reaction conditions.
About
CAS No
69975-66-2
English Name
3-Oxo-5-indanecarbonitrile
Molecular Formula
C10H7NO
Molecular Weight
146.19 g/mol
SMILES
C1CC(=O)C2=C1C=CC(=C2)C#N
InChIKey
UJBIKXKXAWDYIB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
