Compound Q&A
How is 3-Naphthalen-2-yl-acrylic acid methyl ester (CAS: 22837-78-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-Naphthalen-2-yl-acrylic acid methyl ester is typically synthesized by the esterification of 3-naphthalen-2-yl-acrylic acid with methanol in the presence of an acid catalyst like sulfuric acid or p-toluenesulfonic acid. The reaction is carried out at elevated temperatures, and the product is purified by recrystallization from ethanol. The yield is typically around 85%, with excellent purity and selectivity.
About
CAS No
22837-78-1
English Name
3-Naphthalen-2-yl-acrylic acid methyl ester
Molecular Formula
C14H12O2
Molecular Weight
212.25 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C=CC1=CC2=CC=CC=C2C=C1
InChIKey
LQDBRZFZGWAPEL-VQHVLOKHSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-28 23:48
