Compound Q&A
How is 2-(Chloromethyl)-1,3,5-trimethylbenzene (CAS: 1585-16-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-(Chloromethyl)-1,3,5-trimethylbenzene is synthesized by chloromethylation of 1,3,5-trimethylbenzene using thionyl chloride as the reagent. The reaction is usually conducted at room temperature, and the product is purified by distillation. The synthetic process involves careful control of reaction conditions to achieve high yields and product purity.
About
CAS No
1585-16-6
English Name
2-(Chloromethyl)-1,3,5-trimethylbenzene
Molecular Formula
C10H13Cl
Molecular Weight
168.67 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=C(C(=C1)C)CCl)C
InChIKey
UNRGEIXQCZHICP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-25 13:48
