Compound Q&A
How is Dimethyl 3-hydroxypentanedioate (CAS: 7250-55-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
Dimethyl 3-hydroxypentanedioate (CAS: 7250-55-7) is usually synthesized via the esterification of 3-hydroxy戊二酸二甲酯 (3-hydroxypentanedioic acid) with methanol in the presence of a strong acid catalyst like sulfuric acid. The reaction is typically conducted at elevated temperatures, and the product is purified by crystallization from water or ethanol.
About
CAS No
7250-55-7
English Name
Dimethyl 3-hydroxypentanedioate
Molecular Formula
C7H12O5
Molecular Weight
176.168 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)CC(CC(=O)OC)O
InChIKey
CUPGMRSSZADEIW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
