Molecular structure of 5-tert-Butyl-2-methyl-3-furoic acid, CAS Number: 38422-62-7
5-tert-Butyl-2-methyl-3-furoic acid (CAS 38422-62-7)
CAS Number:
38422-62-7
Molecular Weight:
182.22
Molecular Formula:
C10H14O3
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5-tert-Butyl-2-methyl-3-furoic acid, known as 5-TBMF, is a carboxylic acid and versatile organic compound. A notable discovery surrounding 5-tert-Butyl-2-methyl-3-furoic acid involves its catalytic role in the reaction between an aldehyde and an acid chloride. This reaction yields 5-tert-Butyl-2-methyl-3-furoic acid in high yields, with the process proceeding through a nucleophilic substitution mechanism. Specifically, the nucleophile 5-tert-Butyl-2-methyl-3-furoic acid replaces the aldehyde group of the acid chloride, forging a new bond between the two molecules. Importantly, this reaction is reversible, facilitating the generation of 5-tert-Butyl-2-methyl-3-furoic acid with high efficiency.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
5-tert-Butyl-2-methyl-3-furoic acid, 500 mg | sc-278320 | 500 mg | $152.00 |