Compound Q&A
How is 5-Bromo-1-benzothiophene-3-carboxylic acid (CAS: 7312-24-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-Bromo-1-benzothiophene-3-carboxylic acid is commonly synthesized via bromination of 1-benzothiophene-3-carboxylic acid using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS) in the presence of a suitable catalyst such as benzoyl peroxide. The reaction is typically carried out under mild conditions, and the yield is moderate to good, depending on the purification method chosen.
About
CAS No
7312-24-5
English Name
5-Bromo-1-benzothiophene-3-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H5BrO2S
Molecular Weight
257.11 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C=C1Br)C(=CS2)C(=O)O
InChIKey
DWQBOPASRUUSKR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-04 13:04
