Compound Q&A
How is [4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl](phenyl)methanone (CAS: 81449-01-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
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[4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl](phenyl)methanone (CAS: 81449-01-6) is usually synthesized via the condensation of 4-hydroxymethylbenzaldehyde with phenylmethanol, often catalyzed by acids. The reaction provides a yield of about 85%, and the product is purified by recrystallization from a suitable solvent. Alternative methods may involve using different substrates or catalysts to achieve higher selectivity and yield.
About
CAS No
81449-01-6
English Name
[4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl](phenyl)methanone
Molecular Formula
C14H12O2
Molecular Weight
212.248 g/mol
SMILES
c1ccc(cc1)C(=O)c2ccc(cc2)CO
InChIKey
YZHGHGHCDSLOBP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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