Compound Q&A
How is 2,3-Dihydroxy-4-oxo-4-(2-pyridinyloxy)butanoic acid (CAS: 9041-33-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,3-Dihydroxy-4-oxo-4-(2-pyridinyloxy)butanoic acid can be synthesized via a multi-step process involving the condensation of 2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde with 2-hydroxy-3-oxobutanoic acid. The reaction is catalyzed by a suitable acid or base, and the product is isolated via recrystallization. The overall yield is around 70-80%, and the process is selective with minimal by-products.
About
CAS No
9041-33-2
English Name
2,3-Dihydroxy-4-oxo-4-(2-pyridinyloxy)butanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H9NO6
Molecular Weight
227.17 g/mol
SMILES
CC1CO1.C=CCOCC=C.C1CO1
InChIKey
FGPOMQRJLFEKCN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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