Compound Q&A
How is Benzofuran, 7-bromo-4-methyl (CAS: 799766-13-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
Benzofuran, 7-bromo-4-methyl is typically synthesized via the bromination of 4-methylbenzofuran using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS) in an appropriate solvent like dichloromethane. The reaction is promoted by light or heat, and the yield can be up to 80% with good selectivity towards the brominated product.
About
CAS No
799766-13-5
English Name
Benzofuran, 7-bromo-4-methyl
Molecular Formula
C9H7BrO
Molecular Weight
211.06 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C2C=COC2=C(C=C1)Br
InChIKey
GSSLPAYCQRXDCE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-28 19:55
