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Synthesis of 2-methyl-1-naphthol

US5420362A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 8, 1993
Grant dateMay 30, 1995
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Expiry dateOct 8, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C37/001
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

4-Halo-1-naphthol is reacted with a secondary amine and formaldehyde to produce a reaction mixture containing a Mannich base which is hydrogenated to produce 2-methyl-1-naphthol. Advantageously, the procedure can be carried out in one pot.

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