Compound Q&A
How is 1-[(2R)-Tetrahydro-2-furanyl]methanamine (CAS: 7202-43-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
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1-[(2R)-Tetrahydro-2-furanyl]methanamine is synthesized via the reduction of 1-(2-furyl)ethanone with lithium aluminum hydride (LAH) as a common reducing agent. The reaction is typically carried out in anhydrous ether under a nitrogen atmosphere. The yield is generally around 85-90%, and the product can be purified by recrystallization.
About
CAS No
7202-43-9
English Name
1-[(2R)-Tetrahydro-2-furanyl]methanamine
Molecular Formula
C5H11NO
Molecular Weight
101.15 g/mol
SMILES
C1CC(OC1)CN
InChIKey
YNOGYQAEJGADFJ-RXMQYKEDSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 20:30
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