4-trans-ethylcyclohexylphenylboronic acid

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4-trans-Ethylcyclohexylphenylboronic acid is an organoboron compound featuring an ethylcyclohexyl substituent on the phenyl ring and a boronic acid group. This compound is of interest in organic synthesis and material science due to its unique structure and versatile reactivity.

Key Properties

Property Details
IUPAC Name 4-trans-Ethylcyclohexylphenylboronic acid
CAS Number 164220-57-9
Molecular Formula C₁₄H₂₁BO₂
Molecular Weight 232.13 g/mol
Appearance White crystalline solid
Density 1.05 g/cm³ (predicted)
Boiling Point ~381.8°C (predicted)
Acidity (pKa) 8.70±0.17 (predicted)
Synthesis Method Palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki-Miyaura coupling)
Applications Organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, development of novel pharmaceuticals

Synthesis

4-trans-Ethylcyclohexylphenylboronic acid can be synthesized via palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as the Suzuki-Miyaura coupling. This method involves the reaction of a brominated phenylboronic acid with a bromoethylcyclohexane, facilitated by a palladium catalyst, to construct the ethylcyclohexylphenylboronic acid efficiently.

Applications

In organic synthesis, 4-trans-Ethylcyclohexylphenylboronic acid serves as a valuable building block for the preparation of complex molecules, particularly those requiring defined stereochemistry and functionality. The ethylcyclohexylphenyl structure makes it a promising candidate for the development of novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. The boronic acid moiety can be further transformed into other functional groups, expanding the scope of its applications.

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