Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 5-bromo-2-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoate (CAS: 91983-31-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 5-bromo-2-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoate is typically synthesized via the nitration of methyl 5-bromo-2-hydroxybenzoate in the presence of concentrated sulfuric acid as a catalyst. The reaction is carried out at a temperature around 50°C. The yield is generally around 70-80%, and the product is purified by recrystallization from ethanol.
About
CAS No
91983-31-2
English Name
Methyl 5-bromo-2-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoate
Molecular Formula
C8H6BrNO5
Molecular Weight
276.0409 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=C(C(=CC(=C1)Br)[N+](=O)[O-])O
InChIKey
YGVJGAVKLPOPMS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-25 18:29
