Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl 7-chlorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylate (CAS: 90407-15-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
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Ethyl 7-chlorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylate (CAS: 90407-15-1) is typically synthesized via a multi-step process involving acylation of 7-chlorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid with ethyl chloroformate. This reaction is often catalyzed by an acid, such as sulfuric acid, and proceeds with good yield. The final product is obtained through recrystallization from an appropriate solvent.
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CAS No
90407-15-1
English Name
Ethyl 7-chlorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylate
Molecular Formula
C11H9ClO2S
Molecular Weight
240.71 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C1=CC2=C(S1)C(=CC=C2)Cl
InChIKey
SBWRJGPKZNEBGR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-16 13:10
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