Compound Q&A
How is 4-Chloro-1-nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene (CAS: 118-83-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Chloro-1-nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene (CAS: 118-83-2) can be synthesized via the nitration of 4-chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene using concentrated nitric acid and sulfuric acid as the nitration reagents. The nitration typically occurs at low temperatures to control the reaction selectivity. The yield is generally high, and the product can be purified by recrystallization from an appropriate solvent.
About
CAS No
118-83-2
English Name
4-Chloro-1-nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene
Molecular Formula
C7H3ClF3NO2
Molecular Weight
225.55 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1Cl)C(F)(F)F)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
CFPIGEXZPWTNOR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-10 15:15
