Compound Q&A
How is 2-Fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl chloride (CAS: 883543-26-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl chloride is typically synthesized via the reaction of 2-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol with thionyl chloride. This process involves the conversion of the alcohol to its chloride derivative under mild conditions, with high selectivity and yield. The reaction is usually conducted in a non-polar solvent to minimize side reactions.
About
CAS No
883543-26-8
English Name
2-Fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl chloride
Molecular Formula
C8H5ClF4
Molecular Weight
212.57 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1C(F)(F)F)CCl)F
InChIKey
OZGWDDBROIXNRQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-05 12:33
