10332-51-1 | Potassium saccharate

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Description

• Catalog Number: AE55044
• Chemical Name: Potassium saccharate
• CAS Number: 10332-51-1
• Molecular Formula: C7H4KNO3S
• Molecular Weight: 221.2749
• MDL Number: MFCD01744839
• SMILES: O=C1[N-]S(=O)(=O)c2c1cccc2.[K+]

Upstream Synthesis Route

Potassium saccharin, a synthetic compound derived from saccharin, finds valuable application in chemical synthesis processes. Acting as a catalyst, Potassium saccharin is utilized in the Friedel-Crafts acylation reaction. This reaction involves the acylation of aromatic compounds using acyl chlorides or anhydrides in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst. Potassium saccharin serves as a Lewis acid catalyst in this reaction, facilitating the formation of carbon-carbon bonds between the acyl group and the aromatic ring. This enables the synthesis of various important organic compounds, such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fragrances. By promoting this key step in the synthesis process, Potassium saccharin contributes to the efficient production of diverse compounds with significant industrial applications.