Compound Q&A
How is 2,6-Dibromonaphthalene (CAS: 13720-06-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,6-Dibromonaphthalene is usually synthesized through the bromination of naphthalene. This process typically involves the use of bromine in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst such as aluminum bromide or iron(III) bromide. The reaction is conducted under anhydrous conditions to prevent side reactions.
About
CAS No
13720-06-4
English Name
2,6-Dibromonaphthalene
Molecular Formula
C10H6Br2
Molecular Weight
285.966 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C=CC(=C2)Br)C=C1Br
InChIKey
PJZDEYKZSZWFPX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-26 00:09
