Dimedone

Chemical properties

solid

The Uses of Dimedone

Reagent used in synthesis of fused 3-methylfuransDimedone is used in organic chemistry to identify the presence of aldehyde group. It is also used as a catalyst in the formation of transition-metal complexes. Further, it is also employed in colorimetry, crystallography, luminescence and spectrophotometric analysis. In addition to this, it is used in the synthesis of naturally occurring fused 3-methylfurans.

The Uses of Dimedone

Part of furannulation strategy for the synthesis of naturally occurring fused 3-methylfurans.1

The Uses of Dimedone

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The Uses of Dimedone

Used in the synthesis of fused 3-methylfurans via furannulation.

Synthesis Reference(s)

Journal of the American Chemical Society, 77, p. 6656, 1955 DOI: 10.1021/ja01629a086
Organic Syntheses, Coll. Vol. 2, p. 200, 1943

General Description

5,5-dimethyl-1,3-cyclohexanedione (Dimedone) is basically a highly sensitive and very specific reagent used for the determination of aldehydes. It is highly advantageous as it is environment friendly, give high yields and is a simple workup procedure.

Purification Methods

Crystallise dimedone from acetone (ca 8mL/g), water or aqueous EtOH. Dry it in air. [Schneider & Todd Org Synth Coll Vol II 200 1943, Beilstein 7 H 559, 7 IV 1999.]