Compound Q&A
How is 2-Chloro-5-nitronicotinic acid (CAS: 42959-38-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Chloro-5-nitronicotinic acid can be synthesized through the nitration of 2-chloronicotinic acid followed by the chlorination of 5-nitronicotinic acid. The reaction usually involves the use of concentrated nitric acid and sulfuric acid as a catalyst. The yield is typically around 75-80%.
About
CAS No
42959-38-6
English Name
2-Chloro-5-nitronicotinic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H3ClN2O4
Molecular Weight
202.55 g/mol
SMILES
C1=C(C=NC(=C1C(=O)O)Cl)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
WOFZRBCITDVRON-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 19:39
