Compound Q&A
How is 4-Fluoro-3-nitroaniline (CAS: 364-76-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Fluoro-3-nitroaniline can be synthesized through the nitration of 4-fluoroaniline followed by the reduction of the nitro group. Commonly, nitric acid and sulfuric acid are used as reagents for nitration, and sodium borohydride or other similar reducing agents are employed for the reduction step. The process involves several steps and requires precise control of temperature and reaction conditions to achieve high selectivity and yield.
About
CAS No
364-76-1
English Name
4-Fluoro-3-nitroaniline
Molecular Formula
C6H5FN2O2
Molecular Weight
156.11 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1N)[N+](=O)[O-])F
InChIKey
LLIOADBCFIXIEU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-13 09:53