Compound Q&A
How is 2-Chloro-4,6-dimethylpyridine (CAS: 30838-93-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Chloro-4,6-dimethylpyridine is typically synthesized through the reaction of 4,6-dimethylpyridine with chlorine gas in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst such as aluminum chloride. The process yields a high purity product with good selectivity. The reaction is carried out under anhydrous conditions to avoid hydrolysis, and the yield can be up to 90%.
About
CAS No
30838-93-8
English Name
2-Chloro-4,6-dimethylpyridine
Molecular Formula
C7H8ClN
Molecular Weight
141.6 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=NC(=C1)Cl)C
InChIKey
COVGXNSRDOYAJD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
