Compound Q&A
How is 1,2-Dibromoethane (CAS: 22581-63-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,2-Dibromoethane (CAS: 22581-63-1) is typically synthesized by the reaction of ethylene with bromine in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst such as iron trichloride or aluminum bromide. The reaction is highly exothermic and selective, yielding a high yield of 1,2-dibromoethane.
About
CAS No
22581-63-1
English Name
1,2-Dibromo(~2~H_4_)ethane
Molecular Formula
C2D4Br2
Molecular Weight
191.89 g/mol
SMILES
C(CBr)Br
InChIKey
PAAZPARNPHGIKF-LNLMKGTHSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 22:12
