Compound Q&A
How is 5-Azidopentanoic acid (CAS: 79583-98-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-Azidopentanoic acid is typically synthesized by the azidation of pentanoic acid. This involves treating pentanoic acid with an excess of sodium azide in the presence of a suitable solvent and a catalyst such as tetrabutylammonium bromide. The reaction is carried out under mild conditions to achieve high selectivity and yield.
About
CAS No
79583-98-5
English Name
5-Azidopentanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C5H9N3O2
Molecular Weight
143.14 g/mol
SMILES
C(CCN=[N+]=[N-])CC(=O)O
InChIKey
SBZDIRMBQJDCLB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 18:55
