Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1,8-Dibromonaphthalene (CAS: 17135-74-9)?
Answer
1,8-Dibromonaphthalene (CAS: 17135-74-9) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 270.07 g/mol. It has a high melting point of 222–224 °C and is slightly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is less reactive than naphthalene but can undergo electrophilic substitution reactions. It is commonly used as a starting material in organic synthesis and as a halogenated aromatic compound in various applications.
About
CAS No
17135-74-9
English Name
1,8-Dibromonaphthalene
Molecular Formula
C10H6Br2
Molecular Weight
285.97 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C(=C1)Br)C(=CC=C2)Br
InChIKey
DLXBGTIGAIESIG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
