Compound Q&A
How is 2,3-Dihydro-1-benzofuran-5-ylmethanol (CAS: 103262-35-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,3-Dihydro-1-benzofuran-5-ylmethanol can be synthesized via reduction of 5-methoxybenzofuran followed by hydrogenation. Commonly, this involves catalytic hydrogenation over a palladium or platinum catalyst. The yield is typically around 70-80%, and the method is selective and environmentally friendly.
About
CAS No
103262-35-7
English Name
2,3-Dihydro-1-benzofuran-5-ylmethanol
Molecular Formula
C9H10O2
Molecular Weight
150.18 g/mol
SMILES
C1COC2=C1C=C(C=C2)CO
InChIKey
XQDNBMXUZGAWSZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-25 22:28
