Compound Q&A
How is 2-Bromo-4-nitrophenol (CAS: 5847-59-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Bromo-4-nitrophenol is typically synthesized by bromination of 4-nitrophenol using bromine in the presence of a phase transfer catalyst such as benzyltriethylammonium bromide. The reaction is carried out in an organic solvent like acetonitrile. The yield is usually high, and the product can be purified by recrystallization or column chromatography.
About
CAS No
5847-59-6
English Name
2-Bromo-4-nitrophenol
Molecular Formula
C6H4BrNO3
Molecular Weight
218 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-])Br)O
InChIKey
DCIPFSYBGTWYCR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 15:08
