Compound Q&A
How is (1R)-1-(2-Bromophenyl)ethanol (CAS: 76116-20-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
(1R)-1-(2-Bromophenyl)ethanol can be synthesized through bromination of (1R)-1-phenylethanol using bromine in the presence of a Lewis acid like aluminum bromide. The reaction is typically carried out in an inert solvent such as dichloromethane. The yield is generally moderate, and the product can be isolated by recrystallization from suitable solvents.
About
CAS No
76116-20-6
English Name
(1R)-1-(2-Bromophenyl)ethanol
Molecular Formula
C8H9BrO
Molecular Weight
201.06 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C1=CC=CC=C1Br)O
InChIKey
DZLZSFZSPIUINR-ZCFIWIBFSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 19:08
