Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate (CAS: 103440-54-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate can be synthesized through the iodination of methyl 2-methylbenzoate using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS) or N-iodosuccinimide (NIS) as the iodinating agent. The reaction is typically carried out in an inert solvent like dichloromethane. The process involves electrophilic aromatic substitution, and the yield can be improved by using a phase transfer catalyst.
About
CAS No
103440-54-6
English Name
Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate
Molecular Formula
C9H9IO2
Molecular Weight
276.07300000000004 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)I)C(=O)OC
InChIKey
BXVIKPGEGLOGLU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-28 10:54
