Compound Q&A
How is 2,2-Dimethyl-5-phenyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione (CAS: 15231-78-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,2-Dimethyl-5-phenyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione (CAS: 15231-78-4) is commonly synthesized via the condensation of 2,2-dimethyl-5-phenyl-1,3-dioxane with acetic anhydride in the presence of a strong acid catalyst such as concentrated sulfuric acid. The reaction involves the formation of an acyl intermediate and subsequent dehydration to yield the dione. The process typically has good yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
15231-78-4
English Name
2,2-Dimethyl-5-phenyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione
Molecular Formula
C12H12O4
Molecular Weight
220.224 g/mol
SMILES
CC1(OC(=O)C(C(=O)O1)C2=CC=CC=C2)C
InChIKey
NTUAHNQWHPQAMB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-31 16:28
