Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl 2-cyano-3-oxobutanoate (CAS: 634-55-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ethyl 2-cyano-3-oxobutanoate can be synthesized via the condensation of ethyl acetoacetate with cyanogen bromide. Commonly, this reaction is catalyzed by a base like potassium carbonate in a polar aprotic solvent. The yield is typically around 75-80%, with good selectivity towards the desired product.
About
CAS No
634-55-9
English Name
Ethyl 2-cyano-3-oxobutanoate
Molecular Formula
C7H9NO3
Molecular Weight
155.15 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C(C#N)C(=O)C
InChIKey
NWOKVFOTWMZMHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
