Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl 3-(3-pentanyloxy)benzoate (CAS: 1151665-78-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ethyl 3-(3-pentanyloxy)benzoate (CAS: 1151665-78-9) is typically synthesized via a esterification reaction between 3-pentanyloxybenzoic acid and ethyl alcohol, catalyzed by a solid acid like sulfuric acid. The reaction is carried out under mild conditions, and the yield is generally high due to the use of an efficient catalyst. The product is purified by recrystallization from an appropriate solvent.
About
CAS No
1151665-78-9
English Name
Ethyl 3-(3-pentanyloxy)benzoate
Molecular Formula
C14H20O3
Molecular Weight
236.31 g/mol
SMILES
C(OCC)(=O)C1=CC=CC(OC(CC)CC)=C1
InChIKey
MYVMYIHSZTVKQY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-29 08:05
