Compound Q&A
How is 2-Methyl-4-piperidinone (CAS: 71322-99-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Methyl-4-piperidinone is typically synthesized via the ring-opening of 2-methyl-4-methyl-1,3-dioxolane-2-one using base, such as sodium hydroxide, under mild conditions. This method provides high yields and good selectivity. Other synthetic methods include the use of catalytic hydrogenation of methylpyrrole-2-one.
About
CAS No
71322-99-1
English Name
2-Methyl-4-piperidinone
Molecular Formula
C6H11NO
Molecular Weight
113.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC1CC(=O)CCN1
InChIKey
OFVHMZSKMQPCKB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-28 14:56
