Compound Q&A
How is 1,3-Bis(chloromethyl) Benzene (CAS: 626-16-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,3-Bis(chloromethyl) Benzene is typically synthesized by the reaction of chloromethylbenzene with bromine in the presence of sodium hydroxide, followed by hydrolysis of the bromide. The overall process is selective and yields high purity products. Commonly, this is carried out in an inert solvent such as tetrahydrofuran (THF) to ensure safety and high yield.
About
CAS No
626-16-4
English Name
1,3-Bis(chloromethyl) Benzene
Molecular Formula
C8H8Cl2
Molecular Weight
175.06 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC(=C1)CCl)CCl
InChIKey
GRJWOKACBGZOKT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:18
