Compound Q&A
How is 1-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydropyrrolo[1,2-a]pyrazine (CAS: 73627-18-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
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1-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydropyrrolo[1,2-a]pyrazine can be synthesized via a multistep process involving the condensation of 1-methyl-3,4-dihydropyrrole with hydrazine hydrate. Commonly, this reaction is catalyzed by acetic acid, and it provides good selectivity and a yield of up to 85%. Further derivatization can be achieved via standard organic transformations.
About
CAS No
73627-18-6
English Name
1-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydropyrrolo[1,2-a]pyrazine
Molecular Formula
C8H12N2
Molecular Weight
136.2 g/mol
SMILES
CC1C2=CC=CN2CCN1
InChIKey
JPXCPEMQVOKKFV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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