Compound Q&A
How is 5-Chloro-2-fluoro-3-methylpyridine (CAS: 375368-84-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-Chloro-2-fluoro-3-methylpyridine can be synthesized via a multistep process, starting with the chlorination of 2-fluoro-3-methylpyridine. Common methods include electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions using chlorine gas or chlorinating reagents. The product is isolated and purified using standard techniques such as recrystallization or column chromatography.
About
CAS No
375368-84-6
English Name
5-Chloro-2-fluoro-3-methylpyridine
Molecular Formula
C6H5ClFN
Molecular Weight
145.56 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=CN=C1F)Cl
InChIKey
JUDDLKSLYAIQDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
