Compound Q&A
How is 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzoic acid (CAS: 943-14-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzoic acid is commonly synthesized by bromination of 5-nitrobenzoic acid using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS) in the presence of a radical initiator like benzoyl peroxide. The bromination step is typically carried out in an organic solvent like dichloromethane. Yields are generally high, and the product can be isolated by recrystallization.
About
CAS No
943-14-6
English Name
2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H4BrNO4
Molecular Weight
246.02 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-])C(=O)O)Br
InChIKey
UVFWYVCDRKRAJH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-26 00:09
