Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 7-Bromo-5-nitro-1H-indole (CAS: 87240-07-1)?
Answer
7-Bromo-5-nitro-1H-indole (CAS: 87240-07-1) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 251.04 g/mol. It has a high melting point around 250-255°C. This compound is slightly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetonitrile. It is chemically reactive, particularly towards nucleophiles and reductants, and can undergo substitution reactions.
About
CAS No
87240-07-1
English Name
7-Bromo-5-nitro-1H-indole
Molecular Formula
C8H5BrN2O2
Molecular Weight
241.04 g/mol
SMILES
O=[N+](C1=CC2=C(NC=C2)C(Br)=C1)[O-]
InChIKey
XXJOZTUJVYCOMP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-29 13:16
