Compound Q&A
How is 5-(Chloromethyl)-1,2,3-tris(dodecyloxy)benzene (CAS: 162709-84-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-(Chloromethyl)-1,2,3-tris(dodecyloxy)benzene is typically synthesized through the reaction of 1,2,3-tris(dodecyloxy)benzene with phosgene in the presence of a catalyst such as dicyclohexylamine. The reaction is exothermic and should be carried out in a well-ventilated fume hood. The product is isolated by distillation or recrystallization, and the overall yield is around 70-80%.
About
CAS No
162709-84-4
English Name
5-(Chloromethyl)-1,2,3-tris(dodecyloxy)benzene
Molecular Formula
C43H79ClO3
Molecular Weight
679.56 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCOc1cc(cc(c1OCCCCCCCCCCCC)OCCCCCCCCCCCC)CCl
InChIKey
TZPUTMAFBSQBFS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-01 20:06
