Compound Q&A
How is 1,2-Dichloro-4-nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzene (CAS: 50594-31-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,2-Dichloro-4-nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzene is commonly synthesized through a multi-step process involving chlorination of 4-nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzene followed by nitration using nitric acid and sulfuric acid as reagents. The reaction is conducted under acidic conditions, and the product is purified by recrystallization or distillation.
About
CAS No
50594-31-5
English Name
1,2-Dichloro-4-nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzene
Molecular Formula
C7H2Cl2F3NO2
Molecular Weight
259.99 g/mol
SMILES
C1=C(C(=CC(=C1Cl)Cl)[N+](=O)[O-])C(F)(F)F
InChIKey
MMUARSWOJRDXBV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-28 23:23
