Compound Q&A
How is 4,6-Dibromodibenzofuran (CAS: 201138-91-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
4,6-Dibromodibenzofuran can be synthesized through the bromination of dibenzofuran using bromine in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst, such as aluminum bromide. The reaction yields 4,6-dibromodibenzofuran in moderate to good selectivity and yield, typically requiring purification techniques like column chromatography for isolation.
About
CAS No
201138-91-2
English Name
4,6-Dibromodibenzofuran
Molecular Formula
C12H6Br2O
Molecular Weight
325.987 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C(=C1)Br)OC3=C2C=CC=C3Br
InChIKey
XSJLDNSNUICSQC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-26 00:09
