Compound Q&A
How is 2-Ethoxyethyl cyanoacetate (CAS: 32804-77-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Ethoxyethyl cyanoacetate (CAS: 32804-77-6) is typically synthesized via the reaction of cyanoacetic acid with ethoxyethanol in the presence of a suitable base such as sodium hydroxide. The reaction is exothermic and requires careful control of temperature and pH to achieve high yields and good selectivity.
About
CAS No
32804-77-6
English Name
2-Ethoxyethyl cyanoacetate
Molecular Formula
C7H11NO3
Molecular Weight
146.18599999999998 g/mol
SMILES
CCOCCOC(=O)CC#N
InChIKey
UMCLCZMPTREESK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
