Compound Q&A
How is 2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3-benzoxazole (CAS: 73101-74-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3-benzoxazole can be synthesized via a bromination reaction of 1,3-benzoxazole with bromine in the presence of a suitable solvent such as chloroform. The yield is typically around 70-80%, and the reaction mechanism involves electrophilic aromatic substitution followed by nucleophilic substitution at the methyl group.
About
CAS No
73101-74-3
English Name
2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3-benzoxazole
Molecular Formula
C8H6BrNO
Molecular Weight
212.05 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)N=C(O2)CBr
InChIKey
VVKQNCHUKOHTDO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-28 10:54
