Compound Q&A
How is 6-Bromo-1-indanecarbonitrile (CAS: 783335-58-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
6-Bromo-1-indanecarbonitrile is typically synthesized through the bromination of 1-indanecarbonitrile using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS) as a brominating agent in the presence of a photoinitiator. The reaction occurs under UV light, providing good yields and selectivity. Other methods involve using phosphorus oxybromide (POBr3) or other brominating reagents under different reaction conditions.
About
CAS No
783335-58-0
English Name
6-Bromo-1-indanecarbonitrile
Molecular Formula
C10H8BrN
Molecular Weight
17.03 g/mol
SMILES
C1CC2=C(C1C#N)C=C(C=C2)Br
InChIKey
QGGQTBOUQXJQHA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-02 00:31
