Compound Q&A
How is Fluorescent Brightener 220 (CAS: 16470-24-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
Fluorescent Brightener 220 is synthesized through a multistep process involving the condensation of aromatic compounds. The reaction typically requires a catalyst such as a Lewis acid to promote the coupling of substrates. The process yields around 85% of the desired product, making it a reliable method for commercial production.
About
CAS No
16470-24-9
English Name
Fluorescent Brightener 220, Technical Grade
Molecular Formula
C40H40N12Na4O16S4
Molecular Weight
1165 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1NC2=NC(=NC(=N2)N(CCO)CCO)NC3=CC(=C(C=C3)C=CC4=C(C=C(C=C4)NC5=NC(=NC(=N5)NC6=CC=C(C=C6)S(=O)(=O)[O-])N(CCO)CCO)S(=O)(=O)[O-])S(=O)(=O)[O-])S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+].[Na+].[Na+]
InChIKey
CPZFDTYTCMAAQX-MBCFVHIPSA-J
Last Updated: 2025-09-10 15:15
