Compound Q&A
How is 3,4-Dimethylthiophene (CAS: 632-15-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
3,4-Dimethylthiophene can be synthesized via the Friedel-Crafts alkylation of thiophene with methylbenzene in the presence of Lewis acids such as aluminum chloride. Alternatively, it can be produced through the hydrodesulfurization of dimethylbenzothiophene. The yield is highly dependent on the reaction conditions and catalysts used.
About
CAS No
632-15-5
English Name
3,4-Dimethylthiophene
Molecular Formula
C6H8S
Molecular Weight
112.2 g/mol
SMILES
Cc1cscc1C
InChIKey
GPSFYJDZKSRMKZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-22 19:24
