Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl 5-amino-2-methylnicotinate (CAS: 60390-42-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ethyl 5-amino-2-methylnicotinate (CAS: 60390-42-3) can be synthesized via the reaction of 2-methylpyridine and ethyl isonicotinate in the presence of an acid catalyst, such as sulfuric acid. The yield is typically around 75-85%, with good selectivity towards the desired product.
About
CAS No
60390-42-3
English Name
Ethyl 5-amino-2-methylnicotinate
Molecular Formula
C9H12N2O2
Molecular Weight
180.207 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C1=C(N=CC(=C1)N)C
InChIKey
HYBDHBPFSJDKMT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-23 07:31
