Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl 2-(2-bromo-5-fluorophenyl)acetate (CAS: 1214910-61-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ethyl 2-(2-bromo-5-fluorophenyl)acetate (CAS: 1214910-61-8) is typically synthesized via a bromination reaction of 2-(5-fluorophenyl)acetic acid with bromine in the presence of a phase transfer catalyst. The reaction is highly selective and provides a high yield of the desired product. Common conditions involve using a solvent like dichloromethane and a base such as triethylamine.
About
CAS No
1214910-61-8
English Name
Ethyl 2-(2-bromo-5-fluorophenyl)acetate
Molecular Formula
C10H10BrFO2
Molecular Weight
261.09 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)CC1=C(C=CC(=C1)F)Br
InChIKey
VJIZBDVPORTFJC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-16 21:46
