Compound Q&A
How is 3-[4-(Benzyloxy)phenyl]propanoic acid (CAS: 50463-48-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
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3-[4-(Benzyloxy)phenyl]propanoic acid is typically synthesized via a multi-step process. Benzyl bromide reacts with 4-hydroxybenzoic acid in the presence of a base like sodium hydride to form the intermediate, which is then oxidized to the carboxylic acid. This process yields the target compound with good selectivity and can achieve up to 85% yield.
About
CAS No
50463-48-4
English Name
3-[4-(Benzyloxy)phenyl]propanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C16H16O3
Molecular Weight
256.3 g/mol
SMILES
OC(=O)CCc1ccc(OCc2ccccc2)cc1
InChIKey
QTSAUVQZNADEKS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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