Compound Q&A
How is 2,2'-Bis(bromomethyl)-1,1'-binaphthalene (CAS: 86631-56-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,2'-Bis(bromomethyl)-1,1'-binaphthalene is synthesized by bromination of 1,1'-binaphthalene using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS) and peroxide as the initiator in a solution of dichloromethane. The reaction is carried out under anhydrous conditions to avoid side reactions. The yield of the product is typically around 70-80%.
About
CAS No
86631-56-3
English Name
2,2'-Bis(bromomethyl)-1,1'-binaphthalene
Molecular Formula
C22H16Br2
Molecular Weight
440.18 g/mol
SMILES
c1ccc2c(c1)ccc(c2c3c(ccc4c3cccc4)CBr)CBr
InChIKey
VUUUEDHFRJQSSY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 12:59
