Compound Q&A
How is 4-Nitrophenyl hexanoate (CAS: 956-75-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Nitrophenyl hexanoate can be synthesized via an esterification reaction between hexanoic acid and 4-nitrophenol. Commonly, this involves the use of a mild dehydrating agent like phosphorus oxychloride or thionyl chloride. The reaction is carried out under mild heating, and the product is typically obtained with good yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
956-75-2
English Name
4-Nitrophenyl hexanoate
Molecular Formula
C12H15NO4
Molecular Weight
237.25 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCC(=O)Oc1ccc(cc1)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
OLRXUEYZKCCEKK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 12:59
