Compound Q&A
How is 2-Ethoxy-3-iodopyridine (CAS: 766557-60-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Ethoxy-3-iodopyridine can be synthesized via a multistep process involving the formation of an ethoxy derivative followed by iodination of the pyridine ring. Commonly, this involves the reaction of 3-chloropyridine with ethoxy magnesium bromide, followed by treatment with iodine in the presence of a base such as potassium carbonate.
About
CAS No
766557-60-2
English Name
2-Ethoxy-3-iodopyridine
Molecular Formula
C7H8INO
Molecular Weight
249.05 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC1=C(C=CC=N1)I
InChIKey
QOCXFQFGXYWCHJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-07 12:11
