Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl 5-methyl-1,2-oxazole-3-carboxylate (CAS: 3209-72-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ethyl 5-methyl-1,2-oxazole-3-carboxylate (CAS: 3209-72-1) is typically synthesized by the reaction of methyl oxalyl chloride with ethylamine followed by the addition of ethyl acetoacetate. This process requires careful control of pH and temperature to ensure high yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
3209-72-1
English Name
Ethyl 5-methyl-1,2-oxazole-3-carboxylate
Molecular Formula
C7H9NO3
Molecular Weight
155.15 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C1=NOC(=C1)C
InChIKey
OCCIGHIQVMLYBZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-20 00:35
