Compound Q&A
How is 1-(2-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)ethanone (CAS: 55676-21-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
1-(2-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)ethanone can be synthesized by a condensation reaction between 2-chloro-3-pyridinone and ethyl bromide in the presence of a base like sodium bicarbonate. The yield is around 70-80%, and the reaction is typically carried out in a solvent like methanol or ethanol. The product is isolated by filtration and recrystallization.
About
CAS No
55676-21-6
English Name
1-(2-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)ethanone
Molecular Formula
C7H6ClNO
Molecular Weight
155.58 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)C1=C(N=CC=C1)Cl
InChIKey
WIWIOUAFBHZLNQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
