Compound Q&A
How is Chloro(3,4-dimethoxybenzyl)zinc (CAS: 307531-79-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
Chloro(3,4-dimethoxybenzyl)zinc is synthesized through a Grignard reaction where 3,4-dimethoxybenzyl chloride reacts with zinc in an organic solvent like THF. The reaction requires magnesium chloride in diethyl ether to facilitate the formation of the Grignard reagent with high yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
307531-79-9
English Name
Chloro(3,4-dimethoxybenzyl)zinc
Molecular Formula
C9H11ClO2Zn
Molecular Weight
252.03 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=C(C=C(C=C1)[CH2-])OC.Cl[Zn+]
InChIKey
QVBFKWSHYBNLNP-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2026-03-08 04:51
