Compound Q&A
How is 1,5-Dibromo-2,4-dinitrobenzene (CAS: 24239-82-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,5-Dibromo-2,4-dinitrobenzene is typically synthesized through the sequential bromination and nitration of benzene. This involves first nitration of benzene to form 2,4-dinitrobenzene, followed by bromination of the meta position to yield 1,5-dibromo-2,4-dinitrobenzene. The reaction conditions include the use of concentrated sulfuric acid and fuming nitric acid for nitration, and bromine in carbon tetrachloride for bromination.
About
CAS No
24239-82-5
English Name
1,5-Dibromo-2,4-dinitrobenzene
Molecular Formula
C6H2Br2N2O4
Molecular Weight
325.9 g/mol
SMILES
C1=C(C(=CC(=C1[N+](=O)[O-])Br)Br)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
HYQUWYMJSAPGDY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-25 04:58
