Compound Q&A
How is (R)-Methyl 3-hydroxytetradecanoate (CAS: 76062-97-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
(R)-Methyl 3-hydroxytetradecanoate can be synthesized via a Wittig reaction or by the hydrolysis of methyl 3-hydroxytetradecanoic acid. Commonly, a Wittig reagent is generated from tetradecanoyl chloride and phenyl phosphorane, which then reacts with methyl alcohol to form the desired ester. The reaction is typically carried out in an organic solvent under basic conditions to improve yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
76062-97-0
English Name
(R)-Methyl 3-hydroxytetradecanoate
Molecular Formula
C15H30O3
Molecular Weight
258.4 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCC(CC(=O)OC)O
InChIKey
UOZZAMWODZQSOA-CQSZACIVSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-28 10:59
