Compound Q&A
How is 2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid (CAS: 96-73-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid is usually synthesized from 5-nitrotoluene by chlorosulfonation. This process involves the reaction of 5-nitrotoluene with chlorosulfonic acid in the presence of a catalyst such as sulfuric acid. The reaction is exothermic and requires careful control of temperature to achieve high yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
96-73-1
English Name
Benzenesulfonic acid, 2-chloro-5-nitro-
Molecular Formula
C6H4ClNO5S
Molecular Weight
237.62 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-])S(=O)(=O)O)Cl
InChIKey
GNTARUIZNIWBCN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-23 10:23
