Compound Q&A
How is 2-hydroxy-1,2-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)ethan-1-one (CAS: 119-52-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-hydroxy-1,2-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)ethan-1-one (CAS: 119-52-8) is commonly synthesized via the condensation of 4-methoxybenzaldehyde with phenylacetic acid. The reaction is catalyzed by a strong acid like hydrochloric acid, and the yield is typically around 70-80%. The product is purified by recrystallization from a suitable solvent.
About
CAS No
119-52-8
English Name
2-hydroxy-1,2-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)ethan-1-one
Molecular Formula
C16H16O4
Molecular Weight
272.3 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C(=O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)OC)O
InChIKey
LRRQSCPPOIUNGX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
