Compound Q&A
How is 1,2-Dichloro-3-methylbenzene (CAS: 32768-54-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,2-Dichloro-3-methylbenzene can be synthesized through the chlorination of 3-methylbenzene in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst, such as aluminum chloride. The chlorination typically occurs at elevated temperatures, with good yields and high selectivity for the 1,2-dichloro position.
About
CAS No
32768-54-0
English Name
1,2-Dichloro-3-methylbenzene
Molecular Formula
C7H6Cl2
Molecular Weight
161.031 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)Cl)Cl
InChIKey
GWLKCPXYBLCEKC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
