Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to Benzyl(chloro)magnesium (CAS: 6921-34-2) in synthesis?
Answer
While Benzyl(chloro)magnesium is a common reagent for Grignard reactions, alternatives like benzyl chloride or other Grignard reagents (such as phenylmagnesium bromide) can be used. These alternatives vary in reactivity and may require different reaction conditions. Isomers like benzyl bromide can also be considered, though they may not provide the same reactivity profile.
About
CAS No
6921-34-2
English Name
Benzyl(chloro)magnesium
Molecular Formula
C7H7ClMg
Molecular Weight
150.89 g/mol
SMILES
[CH2-]C1=CC=CC=C1.[Mg+2].[Cl-]
InChIKey
NRAFPLGJPPJUNB-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 18:31
