Amines: Gabriel Phthalimide Synthesis

 Following step takes place-

(1) Phthalimide is reacted with alcoholic solutions of KOH to form potassium Phthalimide.

(2) The potassium salt formed is treated with alkyl halide.

(3) The product N-alkyl Phthalimide is hydrolysed with NaOH to form a primary amine.











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