Compound Q&A
How is 4-Bromo-2,2-diphenylbutanoic acid (CAS: 37742-98-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Bromo-2,2-diphenylbutanoic acid is typically synthesized via the bromination of 2,2-diphenylbutanoic acid in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst, such as aluminum bromide. The reaction involves the electrophilic bromination of the acid, followed by purification and crystallization steps to obtain the pure compound with high yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
37742-98-6
English Name
4-Bromo-2,2-diphenylbutanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C16H15BrO2
Molecular Weight
319.2 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(CCBr)(C2=CC=CC=C2)C(=O)O
InChIKey
GFIYIIRFIODLLU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 19:08
