Compound Q&A
How is Vinyl 6,6-dimethylheptanoate (CAS: 54423-67-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
Vinyl 6,6-dimethylheptanoate (CAS: 54423-67-5) is typically synthesized via the Wittig reaction or the Grignard reaction. In the Wittig reaction, methyl vinyl ether is reacted with 6,6-dimethylheptanoyl chloride in the presence of a phosphine such as triphenylphosphine. In the Grignard reaction, 6,6-dimethylheptanoyl chloride is reacted with a magnesium halide in a solvent like diethyl ether. The yield is typically high, and the method allows for good control over stereochemistry.
About
CAS No
54423-67-5
English Name
Vinyl 6,6-dimethylheptanoate
Molecular Formula
C11H20O2
Molecular Weight
184.28 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)(C)CCCCC(=O)OC=C
InChIKey
WBZPMFHFKXZDRZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-29 13:16
