Hydrochloric Acid → HCID 23468289, compound

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Reaction Steps

A solution of 12 g. of ethyl p-[2-(1-naphthyloxy)ethylamino]benzoate and 15.8 g. of potassium hydroxide in 100 ml. of 95% ethanol is refluxed for 3 hours. The solution is diluted with 75 ml. of water and acidified with concentrated hydrochloric acid. The solid is filtered, washed with 50% ethanol and with water. Recrystallization from ethanol gives the product as crystals, m.p. 193°-194° C.

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