Compound Q&A
How is 2-Bromo-1-(4-methylphenyl)-1-propanone (CAS: 1451-82-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Bromo-1-(4-methylphenyl)-1-propanone is typically synthesized by reacting 4-methylphenylacetaldehyde with bromine in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst such as aluminum bromide. The reaction yields the desired product with good selectivity and moderate to high yield, depending on the reaction conditions and purification methods.
About
CAS No
1451-82-7
English Name
2-Bromo-1-(4-methylphenyl)-1-propanone
Molecular Formula
C10H11BrO
Molecular Weight
227.101 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)C(C)Br
InChIKey
OZLUPIIIHOOPNQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18