Compound Q&A
How is 4-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoyl chloride (CAS: 394-39-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoyl chloride is typically synthesized by chlorination of 2-fluorobenzoyl chloride with chlorine gas in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst such as aluminum chloride. The reaction is conducted in a suitable organic solvent, and the yield can be improved by optimizing the reaction conditions and using appropriate catalysts.
About
CAS No
394-39-8
English Name
4-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoyl chloride
Molecular Formula
C7H3Cl2FO
Molecular Weight
193 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1Cl)F)C(=O)Cl
InChIKey
PWHFJLCMUCFYRQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 22:12
