Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate (CAS: 79670-17-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate (CAS: 79670-17-0) is commonly synthesized via a two-step process. First, 5-bromo-2-hydroxymethylbenzoic acid is brominated to form the key intermediate, followed by esterification with methyl alcohol. The reaction typically proceeds with high selectivity and moderate yield, depending on the reaction conditions.
About
CAS No
79670-17-0
English Name
Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate
Molecular Formula
C9H8Br2O2
Molecular Weight
307.97 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=C(C=CC(=C1)Br)CBr
InChIKey
UVIJBFVFEGZZLQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-26 00:09
