Compound Q&A
How is 2,3,3-Trimethyl-2-butanol (CAS: 594-83-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,3,3-Trimethyl-2-butanol (CAS: 594-83-2) can be synthesized via the hydroboration of 3,3-dimethyl-1-butene followed by oxidation using sodium periodate. This method provides a high yield and good selectivity. Alternatively, it can be prepared by the reduction of 2,3,3-trimethylbutanone with hydrogen in the presence of a catalyst such as palladium on carbon.
About
CAS No
594-83-2
English Name
2,3,3-Trimethyl-2-butanol
Molecular Formula
C7H16O
Molecular Weight
116.2 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)(C)C(C)(C)O
InChIKey
OKXVARYIKDXAEO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-01 06:12
