Compound Q&A
How is 2-Iodo-1,3-dimethyl-5-(2-methyl-2-propanyl)benzene (CAS: 5122-20-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Iodo-1,3-dimethyl-5-(2-methyl-2-propanyl)benzene can be synthesized by the iodination of 1,3-dimethyl-5-(2-methyl-2-propanyl)benzene using sodium iodide as the iodinating agent in the presence of a base. The reaction is typically carried out in an aprotic solvent like dichloromethane. This method provides good yields and can be optimized for high selectivity.
About
CAS No
5122-20-3
English Name
2-Iodo-1,3-dimethyl-5-(2-methyl-2-propanyl)benzene
Molecular Formula
C12H17I
Molecular Weight
288.17 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=CC(=C1I)C)C(C)(C)C
InChIKey
SCKWYPTZVFBKKW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 21:10
