Compound Q&A
How is 6-Methyl-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylic acid (CAS: 1467-86-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
6-Methyl-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylic acid (CAS: 1467-86-3) can be synthesized by the condensation of 6-methyl-1-benzothiophenecarbaldehyde with formic acid under the presence of a suitable catalyst such as p-toluenesulfonic acid. The reaction is typically performed in a solvent like methanol or ethanol to improve solubility and yield. The product can be purified by recrystallization or column chromatography.
About
CAS No
1467-86-3
English Name
6-Methyl-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C10H8O2S
Molecular Weight
192.24 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC2=C(C=C1)C=C(S2)C(=O)O
InChIKey
KQRBOHOKLNORTA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 22:12
