Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to 2-Bromo-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine (CAS: 23056-45-3) in synthesis?
Answer
While 2-Bromo-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine (CAS: 23056-45-3) is a key intermediate in several chemical syntheses, there are alternatives such as 2-chloro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine and 2-fluoro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine that may be used depending on the specific reaction conditions. These alternatives can offer similar structural features but with different reactivity profiles.
About
CAS No
23056-45-3
English Name
2-Bromo-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine
Molecular Formula
C6H5BrN2O2
Molecular Weight
217.02 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C(=NC=C1)Br)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
LRYKMSPHPLXBHF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-27 00:43
