Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to Methyl 5-bromo-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylate (CAS: 7312-11-0) in synthesis?
Answer
Alternative reagents such as methyl 5-chloro-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylate or methyl 5-iodo-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylate can be used as substitutes depending on the desired product and reactivity. These compounds are often chosen based on the availability, cost, and ease of synthesis.
About
CAS No
7312-11-0
English Name
Methyl 5-bromo-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylate
Molecular Formula
C10H7BrO2S
Molecular Weight
271.14 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=CC2=C(S1)C=CC(=C2)Br
InChIKey
XDYVZHUZZZKQOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-24 00:14
