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AA54929

122-40-7 | Alpha-amylcinnamaldehyde

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Description
Catalog Number: AA54929
Chemical Name: Alpha-amylcinnamaldehyde
CAS Number: 122-40-7
Molecular Formula: C14H18O
Molecular Weight: 202.2921
MDL Number: MFCD00006988
SMILES: CCCCC/C(=C\c1ccccc1)/C=O

 

Computed Properties
Complexity: 199  
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1  
Heavy Atom Count: 15  
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 1  
Rotatable Bond Count: 6  
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 1  
XLogP3: 4.2  

 

 

Upstream Synthesis Route 
  • 2-Benzylideneheptanal, also known as benzylidene heptanal or BHA, is a valuable compound commonly utilized in chemical synthesis for the production of various organic molecules. Its versatility as a reagent makes it a key component in the preparation of aldehydes, ketones, and other functional groups in the synthesis of complex organic compounds.In chemical synthesis, 2-Benzylideneheptanal serves as a precursor for the formation of α,β-unsaturated carbonyl compounds through the Claisen-Schmidt condensation reaction. This reaction involves the condensation of 2-Benzylideneheptanal with a carbonyl compound, typically an aldehyde or ketone, leading to the formation of a new carbon-carbon double bond in the final product. The resulting α,β-unsaturated carbonyl compounds are important intermediates in the synthesis of numerous pharmaceuticals, natural products, and fine chemicals.Additionally, 2-Benzylideneheptanal can also be used as a building block in the synthesis of chiral ligands, which find widespread applications in asymmetric catalysis and organic transformations. By incorporating 2-Benzylideneheptanal into the molecular structure of ligands, researchers can tailor the stereochemical properties of the catalyst for specific reactions, thereby enabling the efficient synthesis of enantioenriched compounds.Overall, the unique structure and reactivity of 2-Benzylideneheptanal make it a valuable tool in chemical synthesis, offering diverse opportunities for the construction of complex organic molecules with precise control over stereochemistry and functionality.
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