Compound Q&A
How is (2-Bromophenyl)methanol (CAS: 18982-54-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
(2-Bromophenyl)methanol (CAS: 18982-54-2) can be synthesized by the reduction of (2-bromophenyl)methane using a suitable reducing agent like sodium borohydride in an aqueous or alcoholic solvent. The reduction is typically carried out at room temperature, with high selectivity towards the alcohol product. The yield is usually around 70-90%.
About
CAS No
18982-54-2
English Name
(2-Bromophenyl)methanol
Molecular Formula
C7H7BrO
Molecular Weight
187.04 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CO)Br
InChIKey
IOWGHQGLUMEZKG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
