Compound Q&A
How is 1,3,4,6-Tetrachlorotetrahydroimidazo(4,5-d)imidazole-2,5(1H,3H)-dione (CAS: 776-19-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,3,4,6-Tetrachlorotetrahydroimidazo(4,5-d)imidazole-2,5(1H,3H)-dione (CAS: 776-19-2) is commonly synthesized via a multi-step process involving the condensation of 1,3-dichloro-4,6-dichloro-2,5-imidazolidinedione with chlorine gas. The reaction is carried out in the presence of a suitable catalyst and under anhydrous conditions to ensure high selectivity and yield. Common solvents used include acetonitrile and chloroform.
About
CAS No
776-19-2
English Name
1,3,4,6-Tetrachlorotetrahydroimidazo(4,5-d)imidazole-2,5(1H,3H)-dione
Molecular Formula
C4H2Cl4N4O2
Molecular Weight
279.9 g/mol
SMILES
C12C(N(C(=O)N1Cl)Cl)N(C(=O)N2Cl)Cl
InChIKey
TWVLNKKMSLYUQQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
