Compound Q&A
How is 5-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine (CAS: 116470-66-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine is typically synthesized via the nitration of 2-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine using a mixture of nitric acid and sulfuric acid as the oxidizing agent. The reaction is carried out under reflux to achieve high yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
116470-66-7
English Name
5-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine
Molecular Formula
C6H3F3N2O2
Molecular Weight
192.1 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=NC=C1[N+](=O)[O-])C(F)(F)F
InChIKey
ZTSJYRKGWJZNON-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-29 01:16
