Compound Q&A
How is 2-Bromo-1H-indene-1,3(2H)-dione (CAS: 7319-63-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Bromo-1H-indene-1,3(2H)-dione can be synthesized via the bromination of indene followed by dimerization. Commonly, the bromination is performed using bromine in the presence of a Lewis acid like aluminum bromide. This process requires careful control of reaction conditions to achieve high yield and selectivity. Further steps involve dimerization to form the dione structure.
About
CAS No
7319-63-3
English Name
2-Bromo-1H-indene-1,3(2H)-dione
Molecular Formula
C9H5BrO2
Molecular Weight
225.04 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)C(C2=O)Br
InChIKey
DJSJIJDUPBUBKX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-04 19:14
