Compound Q&A
How is Bromo(cyclopentyl)magnesium (CAS: 33240-34-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
Bromo(cyclopentyl)magnesium can be synthesized by reacting bromo(cyclopentyl)iodide with magnesium in an ether solvent. The reaction is typically carried out at low temperatures and in the presence of a catalytic amount of iodine to improve the yield and regioselectivity of the product.
About
CAS No
33240-34-5
English Name
Bromo(cyclopentyl)magnesium
Molecular Formula
C5H9BrMg
Molecular Weight
173.34 g/mol
SMILES
C1CC[CH-]C1.[Mg+2].[Br-]
InChIKey
PZOJUJCALDFFHC-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
