Compound Q&A
How is Isobutyl 3-methylbutanoate (CAS: 589-59-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
Isobutyl 3-methylbutanoate can be synthesized via an esterification reaction between 3-methylbutanoic acid and isobutanol in the presence of a strong acid catalyst, such as concentrated sulfuric acid. The reaction is carried out under mild conditions, and the product is usually purified using standard techniques like distillation and recrystallization.
About
CAS No
589-59-3
English Name
Isobutyl 3-methylbutanoate
Molecular Formula
C9H18O2
Molecular Weight
158.24 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)CC(OCC(C)C)=O
InChIKey
KEBDNKNVCHQIJU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 13:36
