Compound Q&A
How is 5-bromo-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid (CAS: 7254-19-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-bromo-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid is typically synthesized via bromination of indole-2-carboxylic acid using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS) in the presence of a photoinitiator. The reaction is carried out under UV light, providing high selectivity and good yield.
About
CAS No
7254-19-5
English Name
5-bromo-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H6BrNO2
Molecular Weight
240.05599999999998 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C=C1Br)C=C(N2)C(=O)O
InChIKey
YAULOOYNCJDPPU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-29 09:43
