Compound Q&A
How is 1-Allyl-1,2,3-trimethyl-1H-benzo[e]indolium bromide (CAS: 891503-79-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
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1-Allyl-1,2,3-trimethyl-1H-benzo[e]indolium bromide is typically synthesized through a multi-step process involving the reaction of 1,2,3-trimethyl-1H-benzo[e]indole with allyl bromide in the presence of a base like potassium carbonate. The reaction is carried out in an inert solvent such as dimethylformamide (DMF) under standard conditions. Yield is generally around 70-80%, with good selectivity towards the desired product.
About
CAS No
891503-79-0
English Name
1-Allyl-1,2,3-trimethyl-1H-benzo[e]indolium bromide
Molecular Formula
C18H20BrN
Molecular Weight
330.3 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=[N+](C2=C(C1(C)CC=C)C3=CC=CC=C3C=C2)C.[Br-]
InChIKey
XQNGBNKGPFPTIL-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2026-03-16 13:10
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