Compound Q&A
How is 5-(1-Hydroxyethylidene)-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione (CAS: 85920-63-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-(1-Hydroxyethylidene)-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione can be synthesized through the condensation of acetaldehyde and acetone followed by ring closure. The reaction is typically catalyzed by acids, yielding a pure product with a yield of around 75-80%. The product can also be obtained via the hydrolysis of 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione with acetaldehyde.
About
CAS No
85920-63-4
English Name
5-(1-Hydroxyethylidene)-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione
Molecular Formula
C8H10O5
Molecular Weight
186.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC(O)=C1C(=O)OC(C)(C)OC1=O
InChIKey
WIIDJHLROTYVRD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 13:36
