Compound Q&A
How is 1,3-adamantanedimethanol (CAS: 17071-62-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,3-Adamantanedimethanol (CAS: 17071-62-4) is synthesized through the reduction of 1,3-adamantanedione using zinc and hydrochloric acid as a catalyst. The reduction process is highly selective and yields a high percentage of the desired product. Alternative methods include the use of other reducing agents like sodium borohydride under controlled conditions.
About
CAS No
17071-62-4
English Name
1,3-adamantanedimethanol
Molecular Formula
C12H20O2
Molecular Weight
196.29 g/mol
SMILES
OCC1(CC2CC3C1)CC(CO)(C2)C3
InChIKey
RABVYVVNRHVXPJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-23 07:31
