Mannich Bases
| Definition: |
Ketonic amines prepared from the condensation of a ketone with formaldehyde and ammonia or a primary or secondary amine. A Mannich base can act as the equivalent of an alpha,beta unsaturated ketone in synthesis or can be reduced to form physiologically active amino alcohols. |
| Notes: |
IM general only |
| Previously Indexed: |
Amines (1966-1976) |
Mannich Bases Definitions and Terms
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