Compound Q&A
How is 2,8-Dimethylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid (CAS: 874605-59-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
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2,8-Dimethylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid is typically synthesized through the condensation of 2,8-dimethylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carbonitrile with an acid chloride or anhydride, followed by hydrolysis. Commonly used catalysts include acid catalysts such as sulfuric acid. The yield can range from 70% to 90%.
About
CAS No
874605-59-1
English Name
2,8-Dimethylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C10H10N2O2
Molecular Weight
190.2 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC=CN2C1=NC(=C2C(=O)O)C
InChIKey
CAFXSRDUIAZBHO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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