Compound Q&A
How is 2,7-Diiodo-9,9-dimethyl-9H-fluorene (CAS: 144981-86-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,7-Diiodo-9,9-dimethyl-9H-fluorene is typically synthesized by treating 9,9-dimethyl-9H-fluorene with iodine in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst. The reaction selectively iodinates the 2 and 7 positions of the fluorene ring. The yield is around 85%, and the product is isolated by recrystallization from an organic solvent.
About
CAS No
144981-86-2
English Name
2,7-Diiodo-9,9-dimethyl-9H-fluorene
Molecular Formula
C15H12I2
Molecular Weight
446.07 g/mol
SMILES
CC1(C2=C(C=CC(=C2)I)C3=C1C=C(C=C3)I)C
InChIKey
GYOWFFGLGGCYSQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-07 19:42
