Compound Q&A
How is 5-Bromo-1-benzothiophene (CAS: 4923-87-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-Bromo-1-benzothiophene is usually synthesized via bromination of 1-benzothiophene using bromine in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst such as aluminum tribromide. The reaction typically yields a pure product with good selectivity and moderate to high yield.
About
CAS No
4923-87-9
English Name
5-Bromo-1-benzothiophene
Molecular Formula
C8H5BrS
Molecular Weight
213.099 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C=CS2)C=C1Br
InChIKey
RDSIMGKJEYNNLF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
