Compound Q&A
How is 1,1'-Oxybis[4-(methoxymethyl)benzene] (CAS: 2509-26-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
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1,1'-Oxybis[4-(methoxymethyl)benzene] is synthesized by the reaction of 4-hydroxybenzaldehyde with methanol in the presence of a suitable catalyst like anhydrous aluminum chloride. The reaction involves the methylation of the hydroxyl group followed by intramolecular cyclization using an oxygen bridge. The yield is moderate to good, and the selectivity is high.
About
CAS No
2509-26-4
English Name
1,1'-Oxybis[4-(methoxymethyl)benzene]
Molecular Formula
C16H18O3
Molecular Weight
258.31699999999995 g/mol
SMILES
COCC1=CC=C(C=C1)OC2=CC=C(C=C2)COC
InChIKey
BMWBYLGWPWDACF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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