Compound Q&A
How is 14-Bromo-1-tetradecanol (CAS: 72995-94-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
14-Bromo-1-tetradecanol is synthesized through the bromination of 1-tetradecanol using bromine and a Lewis acid catalyst such as sulfuric acid. The reaction involves the electrophilic aromatic substitution of the bromine onto the alcohol group, yielding a high yield of the target compound.
About
CAS No
72995-94-9
English Name
14-Bromo-1-tetradecanol
Molecular Formula
C14H29BrO
Molecular Weight
293.29 g/mol
SMILES
C(CCCCCCCBr)CCCCCCO
InChIKey
VKXZRJZWAYBBAE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-05 08:54
