Compound Q&A
How is 2-(4-Ethoxyphenyl)-2-methyl-1-propanol (CAS: 83493-63-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-(4-Ethoxyphenyl)-2-methyl-1-propanol is commonly synthesized via a Grignard reaction. Tetramethoxymethane is reacted with 4-ethoxybenzoyl chloride in the presence of a Grignard reagent, followed by hydrolysis to form the final product. The reaction yields are typically around 70-80%, with good selectivity and reactivity.
About
CAS No
83493-63-4
English Name
2-(4-Ethoxyphenyl)-2-methyl-1-propanol
Molecular Formula
C12H18O2
Molecular Weight
194.27 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C)(C)CO
InChIKey
OZEZBKUHAGFQME-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-22 19:24
