6 Methyl 1 Benzothiophene
quinoline thiophene imidazole thiazole

6-Methyl-1-benzothiophene

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    830517

    Chemical Formula C9H8S
    Molecular Weight 148.22 g/mol
    Appearance Colorless to light yellow liquid
    Boiling Point 225 - 227 °C
    Melting Point -21 °C
    Density 1.125 g/cm³ at 20 °C
    Solubility In Water Insoluble
    Solubility In Organic Solvents Soluble in common organic solvents like ethanol, ether
    Flash Point 96 °C
    Odor Characteristic sulfur - containing aromatic odor

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    What are the main uses of 6-methyl-1-benzothiophene?
    6-Methyl-1-heptenal is a compound commonly used in fragrances. Its main uses are as follows:
    First, in the fragrance industry, this compound is often used as a fragrance ingredient. Because of its unique aroma, it can add a special flavor to a variety of fragrances, and can be adjusted with floral, fruity or other complex fragrances. In the production of perfumes, 6-methyl-1-heptenal can give perfumes a fresh, unique top or middle tone, making the aroma rich and charming, enhancing the attractiveness and uniqueness of perfumes.
    Second, it is also useful in the field of food additives. Appropriate amounts of this substance can be used as a food flavoring agent. In beverages, candies, baked goods, etc., it can create a special aroma and flavor, improve the sensory quality of food, and increase consumer appetite. For example, in some fruit-flavored beverages, it can be added to simulate the aroma of real fruits and make the beverage taste more realistic.
    Third, in organic synthesis, 6-methyl-1-heptenal is an important intermediate. Due to its double bond and aldehyde activity, it can participate in many organic reactions and be converted into other more complex organic compounds through various chemical reactions, providing organic synthesis chemists with a variety of options for the preparation of drugs, pesticides or other fine chemicals.
    Fourth, in the field of daily chemical products, such as shampoo, body wash, skin care products, etc., flavors containing this ingredient will also be added. It can give the product a pleasant aroma, enhance consumer experience, and increase product market competitiveness.
    What are the physical properties of 6-methyl-1-benzothiophene?
    6-Methyl-1-naphthothiazole is an organic compound with unique physical properties. Although it has not been detailed in ancient books, its characteristics can be seen from today's chemical perspective.
    This substance is mostly solid at room temperature, and its melting and boiling point is quite characteristic. Its melting point is about [X] ° C. At this temperature, the solid 6-methyl-1-naphthothiazole begins to melt into a liquid state. The boiling point is about [X] ° C. When the temperature is reached, the liquid state will melt into a gaseous state and dissipate. This melting and boiling point characteristic is due to intermolecular forces. Its molecular structure contains naphthalene ring and thiazole ring, the structure is relatively complex, and the intermolecular force is strong, so the melting boiling point is not low.
    6-methyl-1-naphthalene thiazole often appears white to light yellow crystalline powder in appearance. The powder is delicate, and a fine crystalline luster can be seen under light. Looking at it, it is like fine sand but more delicate. It feels dry to the touch when placed in the hand.
    In terms of solubility, it exhibits a certain solubility in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether. In ethanol, it can be gradually dissolved by moderate heating and stirring to form a uniform solution. However, the solubility in water is very small, because its molecular structure is mainly hydrocarbon and hydrophobic, it is difficult for water molecules to affinity with it, so it is difficult to dissolve.
    In addition, the density of 6-methyl-1-naphthalothiazole is about [X] g/cm ³, which is slightly larger than that of common organic solvents. Placing it on the upper layer of an organic solvent with a lower density can slowly sink. It has a certain stability. When it is at room temperature and pressure without the action of special chemical reagents, the molecular structure is not easy to change. However, when it encounters extreme conditions such as strong acid, strong alkali or high temperature, or a chemical reaction occurs, the molecular structure is destroyed and transformed into other substances.
    What are the chemical properties of 6-methyl-1-benzothiophene?
    6-Methyl-1-heptene-5-alkyne is an organic compound with unique chemical properties. Its carbon-carbon double bond and carbon-carbon triple bond make this substance rich in chemical reactions.
    Looking at its addition reaction, because the carbon-carbon double bond and triple bond are rich in electrons, they are nucleophilic and easy to add to electrophilic reagents. In the case of hydrogen halide, halogen atoms will be added to unsaturated carbons with less hydrogen, following the Markov rule. Take hydrogen bromide as an example, the π bond in the double bond or triple bond is broken, and the bromine atom is attached to the carbon with less hydrogen, and the hydrogen is attached to the carbon with more hydrogen, resulting in the corresponding halogenated hydrocarbons. Addition can also occur with halogen elements, such as bromine water or chlorine gas, to fade bromine water or chlorine water. This is a method to test the carbon-carbon double bond or triple bond.
    During the addition polymerization reaction, under specific conditions and the action of an initiator, 6-methyl-1-heptene-5-alkyne molecules can open double bonds or triple bonds and connect to each other to form a polymer. This reaction can synthesize polymer materials with specific properties, which are widely used in plastics, rubber and other fields.
    In the oxidation reaction, its carbon-carbon double bonds and triple bonds are easily oxidized. Taking acidic potassium permanganate solution as an example, the double bonds or triple bonds will break, and the corresponding carboxylic acids, carbon dioxide and other oxidation products will be formed according to different structures. Under moderate oxidation conditions, the double bond can be oxidized to a diol structure, or the triple bond can be oxidized to a carbonyl group.
    6-methyl-1-heptene-5-alkyne can also participate in the characteristic reaction of alkynes. For example, it reacts with sodium metal in liquid ammonia to form sodium alkyne, which can be used as a nucleophilic reagent to undergo nucleophilic substitution reactions with halogenated hydrocarbons, etc., to grow carbon chains and build more complex organic molecular structures.
    What are the synthesis methods of 6-methyl-1-benzothiophene?
    There are various ways to synthesize 6-methyl-1-naphthalaldehyde, which are described in detail below.
    First, naphthalene is used as the starting material and alkylated by Fu-gram, so that the naphthalene and halomethane can be obtained under the catalysis of Lewis acid such as aluminum trichloride. Then, by selective oxidation of methyl, a mild oxidizing agent such as chromium trioxide-pyridine complex can be used in a suitable solvent to oxidize methyl to aldehyde group, thereby yielding 6-methyl-1-naphthalaldehyde. The key to this method is that the oxidation step requires precise control of the reaction conditions to prevent excessive oxidation. < Br >
    Second, the target product is synthesized from 1-naphthalaldehyde through methylation reaction. Under the action of alkali such as potassium carbonate, 1-naphthalaldehyde reacts with halomethane in a suitable organic solvent, and methyl can be introduced into a specific position in the naphthalene ring to obtain 6-methyl-1-naphthalaldehyde. This approach focuses on the control of the strength and dosage of the base, as well as the regulation of the reaction temperature and time to avoid the formation of by-products.
    Third, a palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reaction strategy is used. First, the halogen or borate containing naphthalene ring is prepared, and then it is reacted with the halogen or borate containing methyl in a suitable base and solvent system in the presence of palladium catalyst and ligand. This method has high selectivity and relatively mild conditions, but the catalyst cost is high, and the reaction equipment and operation requirements are stricter.
    Fourth, it can be considered to use naphthol derivatives as starting materials. First, naphthol is properly protected and modified, and methyl is introduced through alkylation reaction, followed by a series of reactions such as oxidation and deprotection, and finally 6-methyl-1-naphthalaldehyde is synthesized. This process is more complicated, but the connection and control between the steps are proper, and good yields can also be obtained.
    All kinds of synthesis methods have their own advantages and disadvantages. In practical application, the best synthesis path should be carefully selected according to factors such as raw material availability, cost considerations, and product purity requirements.
    What is the price range of 6-methyl-1-benzothiophene in the market?
    6-Methyl-1-heptenal is a rare fragrance, and its price varies depending on quality, purity, and supply and demand in the market. Generally speaking, high purity can reach hundreds or even thousands of yuan per gram; slightly lower purity can reach hundreds or tens of yuan per gram.
    If it is specially made in the laboratory, with extremely high purity and very few impurities, it is obtained through complex purification processes, and the price is high. Needless to say, or more than 1,000 yuan per gram. This is because the preparation is difficult, requires precision equipment and superb skills, and the cost is high, so the price is not cheap.
    In the ordinary fragrance market, the common 6-methyl-1-heptenal, if the purity is in the general commercial standard, it meets the ordinary industrial or flavoring needs, or tens of yuan per gram. Because the production scale is slightly larger, the cost control is relatively effective, and the price tends to be close to the people.
    However, the fragrance market is changing, and the price is affected by many factors such as raw material supply, market demand, policies and regulations. If raw materials are scarce or demand surges, the price will rise; on the contrary, if the supply is sufficient and the demand is weak, the price may drop. To know the exact price, you need to consult the fragrance supplier in detail or explore the market carefully.