Compound Q&A
How is 3-(3-Nitrophenyl)pyridine (CAS: 4282-50-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-(3-Nitrophenyl)pyridine is typically synthesized via electrophilic aromatic substitution. The reaction involves the nitration of 3-pyridylbenzene using nitric acid and sulfuric acid as the nitrating reagents. The yield is usually around 70-80%, and the reaction is carried out under mild conditions to ensure selectivity.
About
CAS No
4282-50-2
English Name
3-(3-Nitrophenyl)pyridine
Molecular Formula
C11H8N2O2
Molecular Weight
200.19 g/mol
SMILES
[O-][N+](=O)c1cccc(c1)c2cccnc2
InChIKey
VNYZVWPHCFEYNE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-01 15:34
