Compound Q&A
How is (4-Methoxy-2-pyridinyl)methanol (CAS: 16665-38-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
(4-Methoxy-2-pyridinyl)methanol is typically synthesized through the methylation of 2-pyridinecarbaldehyde followed by the reduction of the resulting methoxy ketone. Common catalysts include sodium methoxide, and the reaction yields around 85-90% of the target compound with good selectivity.
About
CAS No
16665-38-6
English Name
(4-Methoxy-2-pyridinyl)methanol
Molecular Formula
C7H9NO2
Molecular Weight
139.15 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC(=NC=C1)CO
InChIKey
GBMRUSRMPOUVEK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-26 09:38
