Compound Q&A
How is 4-Bromo-3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid (CAS: 2208-15-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Bromo-3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid is typically synthesized through bromination of 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid followed by purification. Common methods include the use of N-bromosuccinimide (NBS) in an inert solvent like dichloromethane at room temperature. The reaction is selective and yields a high percentage of the desired brominated product.
About
CAS No
2208-15-3
English Name
4-Bromo-3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid
Molecular Formula
C11H7BrO3
Molecular Weight
267.078 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=C(C(=C2Br)O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
HBUFBIFPUAHIDX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-25 04:58
