Compound Q&A
How is 1-Methyl-4-(methylsulfonyl)-2-nitrobenzene (CAS: 1671-49-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
1-Methyl-4-(methylsulfonyl)-2-nitrobenzene is synthesized via a multi-step process involving nitration of methyl 4-(methylsulfonyl)benzoate followed by reduction of the nitrile group. Commonly, this involves using nitric acid and sulfuric acid as reagents, with careful control over temperature and pH to achieve the desired yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
1671-49-4
English Name
1-Methyl-4-(methylsulfonyl)-2-nitrobenzene
Molecular Formula
C8H9NO4S
Molecular Weight
215.23 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)S(=O)(=O)C)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
OXBDLEXAVKAJFD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
