Compound Q&A
How is Cyclopropyl(phenyl)methanone (CAS: 3481-02-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
Cyclopropyl(phenyl)methanone (CAS: 3481-02-5) is commonly synthesized via a Wittig reaction between phenylmethyl ketone and cyclopropylmethyl phosphite. The reaction typically yields a high percentage of the desired product with good selectivity. The process usually requires the use of a suitable base such as triethylamine and is conducted in a suitable organic solvent like dichloromethane or THF.
About
CAS No
3481-02-5
English Name
Cyclopropyl(phenyl)methanone
Molecular Formula
C10H10O
Molecular Weight
146.19 g/mol
SMILES
C1CC1C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2
InChIKey
PJRHFTYXYCVOSJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 12:59
