Compound Q&A
How is 3-Methylbutyl pentyl phthalate (CAS: 776297-69-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-Methylbutyl pentyl phthalate (CAS: 776297-69-9) is usually synthesized through a esterification reaction involving phthalic anhydride and a mixture of 3-methylbutyl alcohol and pentanol. Commonly used catalysts include sulfuric acid or tetra-n-butylammonium hydrogen sulfate. The reaction is carried out at elevated temperatures (around 100°C) under mild pressure conditions, leading to high yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
776297-69-9
English Name
3-Methylbutyl pentyl phthalate
Molecular Formula
C18H26O4
Molecular Weight
306.4 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCOC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)OCCC(C)C
InChIKey
MCXWUHMDAJQKBI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
