Compound Q&A
How is 5-Methoxy-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde (CAS: 944905-42-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-Methoxy-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde (CAS: 944905-42-4) is typically synthesized via the method of coupling 2-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde with methanol in the presence of a suitable base like sodium methoxide. The reaction is conducted in a solvent such as methanol or dimethylformamide. The yield is usually around 70-80%, and the product can be isolated by recrystallization from an appropriate solvent.
About
CAS No
944905-42-4
English Name
5-Methoxy-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C9H7F3O2
Molecular Weight
204.14699999999993 g/mol
SMILES
COc1ccc(c(c1)C=O)C(F)(F)F
InChIKey
QFKMLBPPJRRDBX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-07 05:52
