Compound Q&A
How is N-Benzylcyclopentanamine (CAS: 15205-23-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
N-Benzylcyclopentanamine is synthesized via the condensation of cyclopentanamine with benzoic acid. Commonly, a Lewis acid such as aluminum chloride is used as a catalyst to enhance the reaction. The yield is typically high, and the product is isolated by recrystallization to obtain the crystalline form.
About
CAS No
15205-23-9
English Name
N-Benzylcyclopentanamine
Molecular Formula
C12H17N
Molecular Weight
175.27 g/mol
SMILES
C1CCC(C1)NCC2=CC=CC=C2
InChIKey
PPVZYCGBQWWSKG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-05 02:11
