Compound Q&A
How is 3-Chloro-5-methoxypyridine (CAS: 95881-83-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-Chloro-5-methoxypyridine (CAS: 95881-83-7) is typically synthesized via the reaction of 5-methoxypyridine with chlorine gas in the presence of a phase transfer catalyst like tetrabutylammonium chloride. The reaction proceeds with high selectivity and moderate yield, making it a common method in the synthesis of this compound.
About
CAS No
95881-83-7
English Name
3-Chloro-5-methoxypyridine
Molecular Formula
C6H6ClNO
Molecular Weight
143.57 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC(=CN=C1)Cl
InChIKey
TXBHLLHHHQAFNN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-26 09:38
