3-[(E)-2-Chloro-3,3,3-trifluoroprop-1-en-1-yl]-N-(2-fluorophenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropane-1-carboxamide
2011
Study of a New Insecticide Intermediate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Yan Fan-Yong, Liu Dong-Qing, Wen Jing-Yun, Gao Yun-Ying, Li Ai-Mei
Primary Institution: Tianjin Polytechnic University
Hypothesis
The study aims to analyze the crystal structure of a compound that is an intermediate for an insecticide.
Conclusion
The crystal structure analysis revealed important stereochemical and packing information about the compound.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound is an intermediate for tefluthrin, an insecticide.
- The dihedral angle between the phenyl ring and the cyclopropane ring is 99.7°.
- Molecules in the crystal are linked by N—H⋯O hydrogen bonds.
Takeaway
Scientists looked at a new chemical that might help make a bug spray. They found out how its tiny parts fit together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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