Compound Q&A
How is 1,3-dichloro-2-methylbenzene (CAS: 118-69-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,3-Dichloro-2-methylbenzene (CAS: 118-69-4) is commonly synthesized via the Friedel-Crafts chlorination of 2-methylbenzene (toluene) with chlorine gas in the presence of aluminum chloride as a catalyst. This process typically yields high selectivity, with a good overall yield of the desired product.
About
CAS No
118-69-4
English Name
1,3-dichloro-2-methylbenzene
Molecular Formula
C7H6Cl2
Molecular Weight
161.03 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C=CC=C1Cl)Cl
InChIKey
DMEDNTFWIHCBRK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 15:08
