Compound Q&A
How is 2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-octanedione (CAS: 78579-61-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-octanedione can be synthesized via the Wittig reaction, where methyl vinyl ketone reacts with tert-butyllithium to form a ylide, followed by treatment with methyl acetate. This method provides good yields and selectivity. Alternatively, it can be obtained by the condensation of 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-3-hexen-1-ol with acetaldehyde over a suitable catalyst.
About
CAS No
78579-61-0
English Name
2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-octanedione
Molecular Formula
C12H22O2
Molecular Weight
198.31 g/mol
SMILES
CCC(C)(C)C(=O)CC(=O)C(C)(C)C
InChIKey
UZICKDIYFALSHI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-27 19:31
