Compound Q&A
How is 1-(Benzyloxy)-2-(chloromethyl)benzene (CAS: 23915-08-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
1-(Benzyloxy)-2-(chloromethyl)benzene is typically synthesized via a coupling reaction between benzyl chloromethyl ether and benzyloxybenzene in the presence of a base such as sodium hydride. The reaction yields a high purity product with good selectivity and a high yield of up to 90%. This synthesis method is widely used in organic chemistry due to its efficiency and reliability.
About
CAS No
23915-08-4
English Name
1-(Benzyloxy)-2-(chloromethyl)benzene
Molecular Formula
C14H13ClO
Molecular Weight
232.71 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC2=CC=CC=C2CCl
InChIKey
OFFXBUAZOPRAJX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-02 00:31
