Compound Q&A
How is 3-Bromobenzo[b]naphtho[2,3-d]furan (CAS: 1256544-32-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
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3-Bromobenzo[b]naphtho[2,3-d]furan can be synthesized via bromination of benzo[b]naphtho[2,3-d]furan using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS) and benzoyl peroxide as a catalyst in an appropriate solvent. The reaction proceeds via electrophilic aromatic substitution, yielding the desired product with good selectivity and moderate yield.
About
CAS No
1256544-32-7
English Name
3-Bromobenzo[b]naphtho[2,3-d]furan
Molecular Formula
C16H9BrO
Molecular Weight
297.15 g/mol
SMILES
BrC1C=C2OC3=CC4=CC=CC=C4C=C3C2=CC=1
InChIKey
BBLXKCGFKPLRQK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
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