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The production of 4-[(1S)-1-Hydroxyethyl]benzonitrile, also known as OEBN, is a complex process that involves several steps and requires a high level of expertise and control.
In the chemical industry, the production of OEBN is used in the production of various chemical intermediates and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
The production process of OEBN can be divided into several stages, including:
- Synthesis of Benzaldehyde
The production of OEBN begins with the synthesis of benzaldehyde, which is a crucial intermediate in the production process.
Benzaldehyde is synthesized by the nitration of toluene, which is then treated with hydrogen peroxide and sodium hydroxide to convert it into benzaldehyde. - Nitration of Benzaldehyde
The next step in the production of OEBN is the nitration of benzaldehyde, which involves the addition of nitrating agent, such as nitric acid, to benzaldehyde.
This reaction converts benzaldehyde into 4-nitrobenzaldehyde. - Hydrolysis of 4-Nitrobenzaldehyde
The 4-nitrobenzaldehyde produced in the previous step is then treated with water and a strong acid, such as sulfuric acid, to convert it into 4-aminobenzaldehyde. - Reduction of 4-Aminobenzaldehyde
The 4-aminobenzaldehyde produced in the previous step is then reduced using a reducing agent, such as lithium aluminum hydride (LiAlH4), to convert it into 4-[(1S)-1-hydroxyethyl]benzaldehyde, also known as OEBN. - Purification of OEBN
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