Compound Q&A
How is 1-(5-Methyl-2-thienyl)-1-propanone (CAS: 59303-13-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
1-(5-Methyl-2-thienyl)-1-propanone (CAS: 59303-13-8) is typically synthesized by the condensation of 5-methylthiophenol with formaldehyde in the presence of a base such as sodium hydroxide. The reaction involves the formation of an acyloin intermediate which then undergoes dehydration to form the desired ketone. The yield and selectivity can be optimized using appropriate conditions and catalysts.
About
CAS No
59303-13-8
English Name
1-(5-Methyl-2-thienyl)-1-propanone
Molecular Formula
C8H10OS
Molecular Weight
154.23399999999995 g/mol
SMILES
CCC(=O)C1=CC=C(S1)C
InChIKey
ROPOMQPSWIOWSN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-08 21:12
