Compound Q&A
How is 2,2'-Bis(methoxymethoxy)-1,1'-binaphthalene (CAS: 142128-92-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,2'-Bis(methoxymethoxy)-1,1'-binaphthalene (CAS: 142128-92-5) is typically synthesized through a classic reaction of binaphthol with methanol in the presence of a strong acid catalyst, such as sulfuric acid. The reaction involves the methylation of the hydroxyl groups on the binaphthol structure, yielding a high yield of the desired product with good selectivity.
About
CAS No
142128-92-5
English Name
2,2'-Bis(methoxymethoxy)-1,1'-binaphthalene
Molecular Formula
C24H22O4
Molecular Weight
374.44 g/mol
SMILES
COCOC1=CC=C2C=CC=CC2=[C@]1[C@]3=C4C=CC=CC4=CC=C3OCOC
InChIKey
YIAQRNNJNMLGTP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-23 07:31
