Compound Q&A
How is 6-Methyleneandrost-4-ene-3,17-dione (CAS: 19457-55-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
6-Methyleneandrost-4-ene-3,17-dione (CAS: 19457-55-7) is synthesized through multiple pathways, typically involving the reaction of androst-4-ene-3,17-dione with methylene chloride under the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst. The reaction is selective and yields a high purity product, making it a common method for industrial production.
About
CAS No
19457-55-7
English Name
6-Methyleneandrost-4-ene-3,17-dione
Molecular Formula
C20H26O2
Molecular Weight
298.43 g/mol
SMILES
CC12CCC3C(C1CCC2=O)CC(=C)C4=CC(=O)CCC34C
InChIKey
KQRGETZTRARSMA-DAELLWKTSA-N
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