Compound Q&A
How is 5-Chloro-2-nitrobenzaldehyde (CAS: 6628-86-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-Chloro-2-nitrobenzaldehyde is commonly synthesized via the nitration of 5-chlorobenzaldehyde followed by reduction of the nitro group. The nitration step uses concentrated nitric acid and sulfuric acid as catalysts. The reduction is typically performed using sodium borohydride or catalytic hydrogenation.
About
CAS No
6628-86-0
English Name
5-Chloro-2-nitrobenzaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C7H4ClNO3
Molecular Weight
185.56 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1Cl)C=O)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
SWGPIDCNYAYXMJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-08 00:58
