Compound Q&A
How is 5-(Chlorosulfonyl)-2-methylbenzoyl chloride (CAS: 1426437-45-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-(Chlorosulfonyl)-2-methylbenzoyl chloride is typically synthesized through the chlorosulfonylation of 2-methylbenzoic acid. The reaction is catalyzed by thionyl chloride in the presence of a suitable solvent like chloroform. High yields and selectivity can be achieved under mild conditions, making this a fairly straightforward process in organic synthesis.
About
CAS No
1426437-45-7
English Name
5-(Chlorosulfonyl)-2-methylbenzoyl chloride
Molecular Formula
C8H6Cl2O3S
Molecular Weight
253.106 g/mol
SMILES
Cc1ccc(cc1C(=O)Cl)S(=O)(=O)Cl
InChIKey
LIANSSSABWUTRH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-17 06:03
