Compound Q&A
How is 4-bromo-1,3-benzothiazole (CAS: 767-68-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-bromo-1,3-benzothiazole is typically synthesized via the bromination of 1,3-benzothiazole using bromine in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst such as aluminum bromide. The reaction is carried out in a polar aprotic solvent like dichloromethane. The yield is usually around 80%, and the product is isolated by recrystallization.
About
CAS No
767-68-0
English Name
4-bromo-1,3-benzothiazole
Molecular Formula
C7H4BrNS
Molecular Weight
214.09 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C(=C1)Br)N=CS2
InChIKey
SXZKODVCLOIJGX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 19:39
