4,4′-Dimethylbenzoin (CAS 1218-89-9)
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4,4′-Dimethylbenzoin is an organic compound characterized by the presence of two methyl groups attached to a benzene ring. Presenting as a white crystalline solid, it emits a subtle and pleasant fragrance. Within the realm of organic synthesis, this compound serves as a fundamental building block and finds utility as a reagent for specific reactions. Moreover, in the pharmaceutical industry, it assumes the role of an intermediate during the synthesis of drugs and various other compounds. Notably, it is believed to act as a nucleophile in select reactions, engaging the electrophilic center of the reactant molecule. This nucleophilic attack ultimately leads to the formation of a new bond between the two molecules, thereby yielding the desired product.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4,4′-Dimethylbenzoin, 5 g | sc-485684 | 5 g | $160.00 |