Compound Q&A
How is 1,5-Dibromo-3-pentanone (CAS: 140200-76-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,5-Dibromo-3-pentanone is typically synthesized by bromination of 3-pentanone using bromine in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst. The reaction proceeds with high yield and good selectivity, allowing for the formation of the desired dibromo compound.
About
CAS No
140200-76-6
English Name
1,5-Dibromo-3-pentanone
Molecular Formula
C5H8Br2O
Molecular Weight
243.93 g/mol
SMILES
C(CBr)C(=O)CCBr
InChIKey
JVWRMAONKJMECW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-28 06:21
