Compound Q&A
How is 2-[(1R,5S)-6,6-dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-en-2-yl]ethan-1-ol (CAS: 35836-73-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
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2-[(1R,5S)-6,6-dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-en-2-yl]ethan-1-ol is synthesized through a multi-step process involving the synthesis of the bicyclic ketone followed by its reduction to the alcohol. Common methods include the Wittig reaction, Grignard reagent addition, or catalytic hydrogenation. The overall yield is around 70-80%, with high selectivity towards the desired product.
About
CAS No
35836-73-8
English Name
2-[(1R,5S)-6,6-dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-en-2-yl]ethan-1-ol
Molecular Formula
C11H18O
Molecular Weight
166.26 g/mol
SMILES
CC1(C2CC=C(C1C2)CCO)C
InChIKey
ROKSAUSPJGWCSM-UWVGGRQHSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
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