Compound Q&A
How is 3-(Chloromethyl)-1,2-oxazole (CAS: 57684-71-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-(Chloromethyl)-1,2-oxazole can be synthesized via the Wittig reaction of 1,2-oxazole and methyl chloroformate. This method provides good yield and selectivity. Another approach involves the chloromethylation of 1,2-oxazole using thionyl chloride in the presence of a base.
About
CAS No
57684-71-6
English Name
3-(Chloromethyl)-1,2-oxazole
Molecular Formula
C4H4ClNO
Molecular Weight
117.53 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CON=C1CCl
InChIKey
MKFCBJOVMMLPRT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-31 16:27
