Compound Q&A
How is (4-(Benzyloxy)-3-methoxyphenyl)methanol (CAS: 33693-48-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
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(4-(Benzyloxy)-3-methoxyphenyl)methanol (CAS: 33693-48-0) is typically synthesized via a multistep process involving protection of a hydroxy group, followed by coupling reactions, methylation, and deprotection. Common catalysts include palladium-based catalysts. The synthesis yields around 85-90%, and the process is selective and efficient.
About
CAS No
33693-48-0
English Name
[4-(Benzyloxy)-3-methoxyphenyl]methanol
Molecular Formula
C15H16O3
Molecular Weight
244.29 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=C(C=CC(=C1)CO)OCC2=CC=CC=C2
InChIKey
PDBXFVPMVYQICB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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